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Essendon West, Australia

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,416 Population 2,321/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$35,152 median income, 3.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$253,600 home value, $1,268/mo rent

Essendon West, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$35,152
53% below
$35,152 per capita
Home Value
$253,600
10% below
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
9% above
Unemployment
3.0%
17% below
Avg Temperature
59°F
292 sunny days/yr

Is Essendon West a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.9 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Essendon West residents earn a median household income of $35,152 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,152. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 135 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Essendon West is $253,600 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,268/month.

Climate & Weather

Essendon West has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 292 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,416
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density2,321/mi²
Foreign Born20.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,152
Per Capita$35,152
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$676

Housing

C+
Home Value$253,600
Rent$1,268
Ownership73.4%
Housing Units566

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
Sunny Days292/yr
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Did You Know?

20.9% of residents are foreign-born.