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Dampier Peninsula, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Dampier Peninsula is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,459. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,459 Population 23/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$14,061 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$14,061 median income, 23.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$67,600 home value, $338/mo rent

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About Dampier Peninsula

Dampier Peninsula

The Dampier Peninsula is a peninsula located north of Broome and Roebuck Bay in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, named after the mariner and explorer William Dampier who visited it. It is surrounded by the Indian Ocean to the west and north, and King Sound to the east. The northernmost part of the peninsula is Cape Leveque. It is sparsely inhabited, mostly by Indigenous Australian peoples, some of whom have been granted native title rights to some of their traditional lands. There are many coastal inlets, bays, and other features, including Beagle Bay on its western side.

People

Population1,459
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density23/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$14,061
Per Capita$14,061
Unemployment23.6%

Housing

B+
Home Value$67,600
Rent$338
Ownership5.6%
Housing Units584

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population1,459
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates-16.9324°, 122.8656°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$14,061
Median Age30.0 years

About Dampier Peninsula

Dampier Peninsula is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,459. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Dampier Peninsula has a population of 1,459 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 62.7 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,459
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
62.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dampier Peninsula vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dampier Peninsula is $14,061, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,061 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $270, 81% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 23.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 139 business establishments.

Income: Dampier Peninsula vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$14,061
81% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$14,061
Avg Weekly Wage$270

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.6%
556% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)139

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dampier Peninsula is $67,600, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $338 (71% below the national average of $1,163). 5.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 584 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$338
71% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership5.6%
Owner-Occupied5.6%
Renter-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units584

Property Tax

Dampier Peninsula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

85°F Jan (30°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Australia avg
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area62.7 sq mi (162.4 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9324°N, 122.8656°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.29"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 17, 2022.

Apr 17, 2022 78 km NW of Bilingurr, Australia M4.4 136 km
May 7, 2011 62 km NE of Roebuck, Australia M4.4 89 km
Apr 12, 2020 90 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M4.3 101 km
Sep 1, 1997 57 km E of Roebuck, Australia M4.3 130 km
Mar 18, 2003 21 km NE of Derby, Australia M4.3 99 km
Jan 9, 1991 49 km SE of Derby, Australia M4.3 140 km
Apr 18, 1992 39 km W of Derby, Australia M4.2 60 km
Aug 17, 1990 37 km NNE of Roebuck, Australia M4.0 105 km
Jan 24, 2005 56 km NE of Bilingurr, Australia M3.8 73 km
Sep 9, 2000 95 km NNE of Derby, Australia M3.8 125 km
Feb 5, 2002 52 km NNE of Bilingurr, Australia M3.5 80 km
Apr 26, 2006 52 km N of Bilingurr, Australia M3.3 93 km
Jun 3, 2006 128 km WNW of Dampier Peninsula, Australia M3.2 129 km
Feb 7, 2000 91 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M3.2 119 km
Feb 6, 2000 77 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M3.2 102 km
Feb 9, 2007 57 km S of Derby, Australia M3.2 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Hayley Category 2 47 km
2025 Errol Category 1 170 km
2018 Marcus Category 3 171 km
2018 Kelvin Category 1 295 km
2010 Laurence Category 4 140 km
2008 Ophelia Category 1 244 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 283 km
2006 Glenda Category 4 164 km
2004 Fay Category 4 124 km
2002 Chris Category 4 188 km
2001 Sam Category 3 146 km
2001 Alistair Category 1 141 km
2000 Rosita Category 4 168 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 238 km
1997 Phil Category 2 204 km
1996 Kirsty Category 2 167 km
1995 Chloe Category 4 163 km
1980 Enid Category 1 178 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (30°C) 9.3 in Wettest
February 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in
March 84°F (29°C) 6.1 in
April 83°F (29°C) 1.6 in
May 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
November 86°F (30°C) 0.7 in
December 87°F (30°C) 3.5 in Warmest

Dampier Peninsula has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 72°F in July to 87°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.3") and August the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Dampier Peninsula

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arrow Pearling Base AirportSmall Airport
Beagle Bay AirportBEESmall Airport
Cape Leveque AirportSmall Airport
Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lombadina AirportSmall Airport
One Arm Point AirportSmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
3
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Dampier Peninsula

What is the population of Dampier Peninsula?

Dampier Peninsula has a population of 1,459 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 62.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dampier Peninsula expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,061, 81% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $67,600 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $338 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dampier Peninsula?

Dampier Peninsula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

How is the job market in Dampier Peninsula?

The job market in Dampier Peninsula faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $270. There are 139 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dampier Peninsula?

The median home value in Dampier Peninsula is $67,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $338. The homeownership rate is 5.6%.

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