Essendon, Australia

Full City Profile

3.2 /5.0

B Good

21,240 Population 8,887/sq mi density

161 ft Elevation 49 meters

56°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$36,065 median income, 4.2% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

Essendon, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$36,065

52% below

$36,065 per capita

Home Value

$214,000

24% below

Median Rent

$1,070/mo

8% below

Unemployment

4.2%

17% above

Avg Temperature

56°F

287 sunny days/yr

Is Essendon a Good Place to Live?

3.2 / 5.0 - Good

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Essendon residents earn a median household income of $36,065 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,065. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 2,018 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Essendon is $214,000 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,070/month.

Climate & Weather

Essendon has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 287 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population21,240

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density8,887/mi²

Foreign Born24.7%

Economy

Median Income$36,065

Per Capita$36,065

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$694

Housing

Home Value$214,000

Rent$1,070

Ownership63.5%

Housing Units8,496

Climate

Avg Temp56°F

Sunny Days287/yr

Rain31.9 in/yr

Elevation161 ft

Did You Know?

24.7% of residents are foreign-born.