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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).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
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
$20,280 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,280 median income, 5.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$151,000 home value, $755/mo rent

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About Dongara

Dongara

Dongara is a town 351 kilometres (218 mi) north-northwest of Perth, Western Australia on the Brand Highway. The town is located at the mouth of the Irwin River. The area is marketed as the 'Rock lobster capital of Australia'.

People

Population1,390
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density434/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,280
Per Capita$20,280
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$151,000
Rent$755
Ownership75.4%
Housing Units556

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
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 Household Income$20,280
Median Age51.0 years

About Dongara

Dongara is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,390. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

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 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,390
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dongara vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dongara is $20,280, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,280 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $390, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 132 business establishments.

Income: Dongara vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,280
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,280
Avg Weekly Wage$390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)132

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dongara is $151,000, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 75.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 556 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$151,000
46% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.4%
Owner-Occupied75.4%
Renter-Occupied24.6%
Housing Units556

Property Tax

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). 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 Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.88"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on May 11, 2003.

Jul 8, 1997 77 km WNW of Drummond Cove, Australia M4.3 138 km
Apr 10, 2003 57 km W of Port Denison, Australia M3.3 59 km
May 11, 2003 61 km SW of Tarcoola Beach, Australia M2.5 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 96 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Dongara

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dongara District High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Dongara

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Geraldton 98.1 — AAC+ 33 kbps
Radio MAMA community, indigenous MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Dongara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Russ Cottage

Libraries in Dongara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dongara public Library0.0

Hotels in Dongara

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dongara Hotel

Restaurants in Dongara

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dat & Thu's Kitchen
Dat & Thu's Kitchen
Dongara Pizza Bar

Clinics in Dongara

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dongara Medical Centre

Veterinaries in Dongara

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1057577824
Dongara Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Dongara

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #1200991960
BP

Banks in Dongara

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NAB
Westpac

Stadiums & Teams in Dongara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dongara

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geraldton AirportGETMedium Airport
Dongara AirportDOXSmall Airport
Eneabba AirportENBSmall Airport
Howatharra Airstrip—Small Airport
Leeman Airport—Small Airport
Mingenew Airport—Small Airport
Taylors Private Airfield—Small Airport
Valley View—Small Airport

Post Offices in Dongara

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dongara Post Office

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 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 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dongara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,280, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $151,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average of $1,163. 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 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.

How is the job market in Dongara?

The unemployment rate in Dongara is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $390. There are 132 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dongara?

The median home value in Dongara is $151,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $755. The homeownership rate is 75.4%.

Nearby Cities

Port Denison 1,500 pop · 2.5 mi Wandina 4,039 pop · 33.9 mi Tarcoola Beach 1,341 pop · 34.8 mi Mount Tarcoola 3,101 pop · 35.4 mi Utakarra 1,346 pop · 35.6 mi Rangeway 1,814 pop · 36.0 mi Woorree 1,282 pop · 36.4 mi Geraldton 38,595 pop · 36.9 mi Beachlands 1,402 pop · 36.9 mi Geraldton city centre 3,419 pop · 37.0 mi Wonthella 1,561 pop · 37.1 mi Strathalbyn 1,193 pop · 37.7 mi Beresford 1,455 pop · 38.0 mi Spalding 2,045 pop · 38.9 mi
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