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Coolgardie, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Coolgardie is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 864. Elevation: 1,417 ft (432 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
864 Population 18/sq mi density
1,417 ft Elevation 432 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
11.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,688 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$25,688 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population864
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density18/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,688
Per Capita$25,688
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units346

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Population864
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Coordinates-30.9527°, 121.1635°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation11.2 inches (285 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,688
Median Age49.0 years

About Coolgardie

Coolgardie is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 864. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet (432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Coolgardie has a population of 864 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

864
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
48.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Coolgardie vs Australia Average

The median household income in Coolgardie is $25,688, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,688 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $494, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 82 business establishments.

Income: Coolgardie vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,688
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,688
Avg Weekly Wage$494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Coolgardie is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 346 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units346

Property Tax

Coolgardie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-30.9527°N, 121.1635°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.2"
70% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 1.42"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Feb 26, 2014.

Apr 20, 2010 5 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M5.2 29 km
Mar 9, 1991 19 km NE of Hannans, Australia M4.8 58 km
Feb 26, 2014 26 km W of Hannans, Australia M4.5 31 km
Oct 14, 1998 16 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M4.2 18 km
Aug 2, 2002 8 km W of Somerville, Australia M3.8 28 km
Jun 27, 1998 11 km NW of Stoneville, Australia M3.8 52 km
Mar 22, 1998 68 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.8 125 km
May 31, 2004 15 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.7 70 km
Mar 13, 1998 79 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 135 km
Jul 24, 2002 52 km NNW of Hannans, Australia M3.2 73 km
Jul 4, 2006 3 km E of Boulder, Australia M3.2 40 km
Jan 31, 2005 4 km S of Somerville, Australia M2.6 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in Wettest
June 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
July 51°F (10°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 53°F (11°C) 0.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in

Coolgardie has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 51°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.4") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Coolgardie

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coolgardie Primary School
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Radio Stations near Coolgardie

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Coolgardie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coolgardie Railway Museum
Warden Finerty's Residence

Libraries in Coolgardie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Coolgardie Shire Offices and Library0.0

Hotels in Coolgardie

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Denver City Hotel

Restaurants in Coolgardie

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Denver City Hotel

Train Stations in Coolgardie

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonnie Vale

Gas Stations in Coolgardie

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Coolgardie
Vibe Coolgardie

Airports Near Coolgardie

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalgoorlie Boulder AirportKGIMedium Airport
Bullabulling AirfieldSmall Airport
Bulong AirportSmall Airport
Coolgardie AirportSmall Airport
Kambalda AirportKDBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Coolgardie

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Coolgardie post office

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coolgardie

What is the population of Coolgardie?

Coolgardie has a population of 864 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Coolgardie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,688, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Coolgardie?

Coolgardie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.2 inches.

How is the job market in Coolgardie?

The unemployment rate in Coolgardie is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $494. There are 82 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coolgardie?

The median home value in Coolgardie is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

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