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Cowaramup, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Cowaramup is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,798. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,798 Population 49/sq mi density
463 ft Elevation 141 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$29,609 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,609 median income, 2.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,098/mo rent

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About Cowaramup

Cowaramup is a town in the South West region of Western Australia, 13 kilometres (8 mi) north of Margaret River in the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River.

People

Population1,798
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density49/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,609
Per Capita$29,609
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

C
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,098
Ownership81.9%
Housing Units719

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Population1,798
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Coordinates-33.8504°, 115.1038°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,609
Median Age39.0 years

About Cowaramup

Cowaramup is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,798. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Cowaramup has a population of 1,798 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 37.0 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,798
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
37.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cowaramup vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cowaramup is $29,609, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,609 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $569, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 171 business establishments.

Income: Cowaramup vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,609
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,609
Avg Weekly Wage$569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)171

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cowaramup is $219,600, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 81.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 719 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,600
22% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.9%
Owner-Occupied81.9%
Renter-Occupied18.1%
Housing Units719

Property Tax

Climate in Cowaramup

Cowaramup has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1040 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 13.7° / 26.7° 14.4
Feb 20.9°C / 70°F 14.5° / 27.3° 7.7
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.4° 27.1
Apr 17°C / 63°F 11.5° / 22.5° 66.3
May 14.4°C / 58°F 9.2° / 19.6° 131.0
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 9° / 17.5° 187.3
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 8° / 16.3° 204.3
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.7° 155.0
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 8.9° / 17.5° 131.8
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 9.5° / 19.6° 57.0
Nov 16.9°C / 62°F 11° / 22.8° 40.6
Dec 19°C / 66°F 12.6° / 25.3° 17.7
Cowaramup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area37.0 sq mi (95.8 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8504°N, 115.1038°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.58"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 4, 2006.

Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 79 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 5.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 8.4 in
July 55°F (13°C) 8.6 in Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 6.4 in Coldest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest

Cowaramup has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Cowaramup

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cowaramup

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Margaret River and Districts Historical Society
The Busselton Museum
Wardan Aboriginal Centre

Libraries in Cowaramup

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Margaret River Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cowaramup

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
@the Shed Markets

Hotels in Cowaramup

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karriview Lodge

Restaurants in Cowaramup

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheeky's
Cullen Wines
Flutes Restaurant
Olio Bello
Olio Bello
Rústico
The Black Sheep

Cafes in Cowaramup

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowtown Cafe & Bakeshop
Golden Jersey
Margaret River Chocolate Factory
Two Cracks Coffee
Woody Nook Winery

Veterinaries in Cowaramup

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowaramup Family Vet Clinic

Gas Stations in Cowaramup

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1826016763
BP Cowaramup
Gas Station

Breweries in Cowaramup

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Brewing Co.
Cheeky Monkey
Rocky Ridge Brewery
Shelter Brewing Co

Airports Near Cowaramup

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Kudardup AirfieldSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Tallinup-Augusta AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cowaramup

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cowaramup Newsagency

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 Cowaramup

What is the population of Cowaramup?

Cowaramup has a population of 1,798 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 37.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Cowaramup expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,609, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,600 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cowaramup?

Cowaramup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Cowaramup?

The job market in Cowaramup is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $569. There are 171 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cowaramup?

The median home value in Cowaramup is $219,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098. The homeownership rate is 81.9%.

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