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Dampier, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Dampier is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,172. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,172 Population
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
10.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population1,172
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain10.2 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,172
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates-20.6628°, 116.7126°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation10.2 inches (258 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Dampier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dampier receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Dampier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dampier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 88°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dampier has a population of 1,172. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,172
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Dampier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dampier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dampier is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dampier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dampier, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dampier vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Dampier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 88°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 10.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

88°F Jan (31°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.2 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates-20.6628°N, 116.7126°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in Warmest
February 88°F (31°C) 2.5 in Wettest
March 87°F (31°C) 1.7 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
November 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 87°F (30°C) 0.5 in

Dampier has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 68°F in July to 88°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.5") and November the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dampier

What is the population of Dampier?

Dampier has a population of 1,172 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Dampier expensive to live in?

Dampier is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dampier?

Dampier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 88°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dampier?

Dampier has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dampier?

35.0% of adults in Dampier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dampier?

The obesity rate in Dampier is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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