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Exmouth, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Exmouth is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,692. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,692 Population 189/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
11.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$32,685 Median Income
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Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,685 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $958/mo rent

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About Exmouth

Exmouth

Exmouth is a town on the tip of the North West Cape and on Exmouth Gulf in Western Australia, 1,124 kilometres (698 mi) north of the state capital Perth and 2,060 kilometres (1,280 mi) southwest of Darwin.

People

Population3,692
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density189/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,685
Per Capita$32,685
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

B
Home Value$191,600
Rent$958
Ownership56.2%
Housing Units1,477

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population3,692
Population Density189 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates-21.9306°, 114.1209°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation11.3 inches (286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,685
Median Age36.0 years

About Exmouth

Exmouth is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 3,692. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Exmouth has a population of 3,692 with a density of 189 people per square mile, spread across 19.6 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,692
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
19.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Exmouth vs Australia Average

The median household income in Exmouth is $32,685, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,685 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $629, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 351 business establishments.

Income: Exmouth vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,685
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,685
Avg Weekly Wage$629

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)351

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Exmouth is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 56.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,477 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.2%
Owner-Occupied56.2%
Renter-Occupied43.8%
Housing Units1,477

Property Tax

Climate in Exmouth

Exmouth has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (30.7°C), the coldest is Jul (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 227 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30.6°C / 87°F 23.1° / 38° 19.5
Feb 30.7°C / 87°F 23.9° / 37.5° 39.2
Mar 29.8°C / 86°F 23° / 36.7° 36.8
Apr 27°C / 81°F 20.4° / 33.5° 14.5
May 22.4°C / 72°F 16.1° / 28.7° 36.3
Jun 19°C / 66°F 13.1° / 24.9° 43.5
Jul 18°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24.6° 17.2
Aug 19.4°C / 67°F 12° / 26.8° 6.9
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 13.7° / 29.6° 1.3
Oct 25°C / 77°F 16.6° / 33.3° 0.2
Nov 26.6°C / 80°F 18.5° / 34.8° 2.0
Dec 29°C / 84°F 21° / 37.1° 9.6
Exmouth has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 11.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above Australia avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area19.6 sq mi (50.7 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates-21.9306°N, 114.1209°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.3"
70% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.05"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Oct 5, 2024.

Jun 13, 2002 135 km NNW of Exmouth, Australia M4.5 136 km
Jun 26, 2021 120 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.5 121 km
Feb 10, 2020 23 km NNW of Onslow, Australia M4.3 105 km
Oct 5, 2024 92 km WNW of Exmouth, Australia M4.1 92 km
May 15, 1991 141 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.1 142 km
Sep 24, 2000 59 km SSW of Onslow, Australia M3.3 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 51 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 49 km
2025 Sean Category 3 180 km
2015 Quang Category 3 88 km
2015 Olwyn Category 2 43 km
2014 Christine Category 1 297 km
2011 Bianca Category 2 172 km
2011 Carlos Category 1 196 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 89 km
2006 Glenda Category 3 101 km
2004 Monty Category 3 176 km
2000 Steve Category 1 249 km
1999 Vance Category 4 20 km
1998 Tiffany Category 4 289 km
1996 Olivia Category 4 206 km
1996 Frank Category 4 89 km
1996 Jacob Category 2 148 km
1995 Bobby Category 3 111 km
1992 Ian Category 3 177 km
1989 Orson Category 4 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 1.0 in
February 87°F (30°C) 1.7 in Warmest
March 85°F (30°C) 1.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Wettest
June 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in

Exmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 64°F in July to 87°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and November the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Exmouth

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Exmouth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Exmouth Public Library0.0

Hotels in Exmouth

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
Potshot Hotel Reception
Potshot Hotel Resort
Sea Breeze Resort

Restaurants in Exmouth

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cadillacs Bar and Grill
The BBQ Father
Whalers Restaurant

Cafes in Exmouth

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adrift Cafe
Bamboo
Cafe Muiron
Earlybird
Exhale
Sweet Exmouth
The Local Society

Gas Stations in Exmouth

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Exmouth Fuel Supplies
Exmouth Ningaloo Fuels
Ningaloo Reef Fuel

Banks in Exmouth

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Westpac

Gyms in Exmouth

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ningaloo Reef Gym

Golf Courses in Exmouth

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exmouth Golf Club

Airports Near Exmouth

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Learmonth AirportLEAMedium Airport
Exmouth AirportEXMSmall Airport
Giralia AirportSmall Airport
Wilderness Island AirstripSmall Airport
Yanrey AirportSmall Airport
Yardie HomesteadSmall Airport

Post Offices in Exmouth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Exmouth Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Exmouth

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Exmouth Anglican Community Church

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 Exmouth

What is the population of Exmouth?

Exmouth has a population of 3,692 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 189 people per square mile, spread across 19.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Exmouth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,685, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Exmouth?

Exmouth has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.3 inches.

How is the job market in Exmouth?

The job market in Exmouth is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $629. There are 351 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Exmouth?

The median home value in Exmouth is $191,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. The homeownership rate is 56.2%.

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