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Dongara, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Dongara is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,390. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,390 Population 434/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.7 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

Population1,390
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density434/mi²
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 Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,390
Population Density434 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-29.2380°, 114.9270°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (499 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Dongara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dongara 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. Dongara 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

Dongara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dongara has a population of 1,390 with a density of 434 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. 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

1,390
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Dongara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dongara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dongara 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: Dongara 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 Dongara, 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: Dongara 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

Dongara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.7 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates-29.2380°N, 114.9270°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
October 65°F (19°C) 0.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest

Dongara has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 58°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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

Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dongara

What is the population of Dongara?

Dongara has a population of 1,390 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 434 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Dongara expensive to live in?

Dongara 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 Dongara?

Dongara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dongara?

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

How are the schools in Dongara?

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

How healthy is Dongara?

The obesity rate in Dongara 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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