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Dwellingup, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Dwellingup is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 584. Elevation: 869 ft (265 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
584 Population 41/sq mi density
869 ft Elevation 265 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
27.0 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

Population584
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density41/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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population584
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Coordinates-32.7144°, 116.0622°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Dwellingup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dwellingup 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. Dwellingup 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

Dwellingup enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 340 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dwellingup has a population of 584 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 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

584
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
14.3mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Dwellingup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dwellingup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dwellingup 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: Dwellingup 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 Dwellingup, 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: Dwellingup 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

Dwellingup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 27.0 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 869 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates-32.7144°N, 116.0622°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
March 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 5.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 7.9 in
July 53°F (12°C) 8.7 in Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 6.4 in Coldest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest

Dwellingup has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 52°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.6").

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 Density41/sq mi
Total Area14.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dwellingup

What is the population of Dwellingup?

Dwellingup has a population of 584 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Dwellingup expensive to live in?

Dwellingup 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 Dwellingup?

Dwellingup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dwellingup?

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

How are the schools in Dwellingup?

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

How healthy is Dwellingup?

The obesity rate in Dwellingup 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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