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Coral Bay, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Coral Bay is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 994. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
994 Population 1,169/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
10.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$29,440 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$29,440 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,200 home value, $451/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population994
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,169/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,440
Per Capita$29,440
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,200
Rent$451
Ownership38.3%
Housing Units398

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population994
Population Density1,169 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-23.1408°, 113.7763°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation10.6 inches (270 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,440
Median Age33.0 years

About Coral Bay

Coral Bay is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 994. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Coral Bay has a population of 994 with a density of 1,169 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

994
Total Population
1,169
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Coral Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Coral Bay is $29,440, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,440 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $566, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 94 business establishments.

Income: Coral Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,440
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,440
Avg Weekly Wage$566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Coral Bay is $90,200, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $451 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 38.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 398 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,200
68% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$451
61% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership38.3%
Owner-Occupied38.3%
Renter-Occupied61.7%
Housing Units398

Property Tax

Coral Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 10.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

85°F Jan (30°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above Australia avg
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,169/sq mi
Coordinates-23.1408°N, 113.7763°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.6"
72% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.85"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 26, 2021.

Jun 26, 2021 120 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.5 21 km
May 14, 2000 187 km SW of Exmouth, Australia M4.3 82 km
May 14, 1993 166 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.3 62 km
May 15, 1991 141 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.1 56 km
Aug 28, 1990 198 km SW of Exmouth, Australia M4.0 125 km
Nov 19, 1997 176 km WSW of Exmouth, Australia M3.7 129 km
Jun 9, 2005 161 km S of Onslow, Australia M3.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 3 24 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 188 km
2025 Sean Category 3 274 km
2015 Quang Category 3 206 km
2015 Olwyn Category 2 28 km
2011 Bianca Category 2 255 km
2011 Carlos Category 1 121 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 187 km
2006 Glenda Category 3 186 km
2004 Monty Category 3 285 km
1999 Vance Category 4 64 km
1999 Elaine Category 2 280 km
1996 Frank Category 3 89 km
1996 Jacob Category 2 223 km
1995 Bobby Category 3 146 km
1992 Ian Category 3 265 km
1986 Victor Category 1 277 km
1984 Chloe Category 1 296 km
1981 Mabel Category 3 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (30°C) 1.3 in
February 86°F (30°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 84°F (29°C) 1.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in

Coral Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in July to 86°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and September the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Coral Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Coral Bay

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ningaloo Reef Resort

Restaurants in Coral Bay

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bill's
Fin's Cafe
The Reef Cafe

Gas Stations in Coral Bay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol

Shopping Malls in Coral Bay

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coral Bay Shopping Centre

Airports Near Coral Bay

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardabia Homestead AirstripSmall Airport
Coral Bay AirportSmall Airport
Giralia AirportSmall Airport
Gnaraloo Homestead AirfieldSmall Airport
Gnaraloo Station AirportSmall Airport
Minilya AirportSmall Airport
Warroora Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Warroora Station AirstripSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Coral Bay

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Ningaloo CoastNatural2011

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Shipwrecks
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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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Coral Bay

Ningaloo Coast
Natural · inscribed 2011
The 604,500 hectare marine and terrestrial property of Ningaloo Coast, on the remote western coast of Australia, includes one of the longest near-shore reefs in the world. On land the site features an extensive karst system and network of underground caves and...

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 Coral Bay

What is the population of Coral Bay?

Coral Bay has a population of 994 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,169 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Coral Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,440, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,200 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $451 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coral Bay?

Coral Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.

How is the job market in Coral Bay?

Coral Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $566. There are 94 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coral Bay?

The median home value in Coral Bay is $90,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $451. The homeownership rate is 38.3%.

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