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Fitzroy Crossing, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Fitzroy Crossing is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,783. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,783 Population 165/sq mi density
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
23.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$16,427 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$16,427 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$56,400 home value, $282/mo rent

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About Fitzroy Crossing

Fitzroy Crossing

Fitzroy Crossing is a small town in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, 400 kilometres (250 mi) east of Broome and 300 kilometres (190 mi) west of Halls Creek. It is approximately 2,524 kilometres (1,568 mi) from the state capital of Perth. It is 114 metres (374 ft) above sea level and is situated on a low rise surrounded by the vast floodplains of the Fitzroy River and its tributary Margaret River.

People

Population1,783
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density165/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$16,427
Per Capita$16,427
Unemployment6.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
Rent$282
Ownership3.0%
Housing Units713

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Population1,783
Population Density165 / sq mi
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates-18.1971°, 125.5666°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average89°F (31°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation23.1 inches (587 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,427
Median Age33.0 years

About Fitzroy Crossing

Fitzroy Crossing is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,783. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 89°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Fitzroy Crossing has a population of 1,783 with a density of 165 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,783
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Fitzroy Crossing vs Australia Average

The median household income in Fitzroy Crossing is $16,427, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,427 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $316, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 169 business establishments.

Income: Fitzroy Crossing vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,427
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,427
Avg Weekly Wage$316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)169

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Fitzroy Crossing is $56,400, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $282 (76% below the national average of $1,163). 3.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 713 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
80% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$282
76% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership3.0%
Owner-Occupied3.0%
Renter-Occupied97.0%
Housing Units713

Property Tax

Climate in Fitzroy Crossing

Fitzroy Crossing has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Nov (33.3°C), the coldest is Jun (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 674 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31.6°C / 89°F 25.4° / 37.9° 179.2
Feb 30.8°C / 87°F 24.7° / 37° 155.3
Mar 30.6°C / 87°F 24° / 37.3° 94.0
Apr 29.2°C / 85°F 21.1° / 37.2° 21.4
May 24.8°C / 77°F 16.4° / 33.3° 17.0
Jun 21.5°C / 71°F 12.7° / 30.3° 9.4
Jul 21.6°C / 71°F 12.2° / 31.1° 5.7
Aug 23.2°C / 74°F 13.2° / 33.2° 3.2
Sep 28°C / 82°F 18.4° / 37.5° 0.4
Oct 31.8°C / 89°F 23.2° / 40.4° 14.2
Nov 33.3°C / 92°F 25.7° / 40.9° 33.9
Dec 32.6°C / 91°F 25.8° / 39.3° 140.5
Fitzroy Crossing has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 89°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 294 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 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet.

Temperature

89°F Jan (31°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above Australia avg
January Average89°F (31°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates-18.1971°N, 125.5666°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.1"
39% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 21, 2023.

Jun 21, 2023 73 km NNW of St George Ranges, Australia M4.2 83 km
Nov 13, 1998 17 km SW of St George Ranges, Australia M3.8 122 km
Mar 16, 2014 86 km E of Derby, Australia M3.8 148 km
Jul 27, 2003 14 km ESE of St George Ranges, Australia M3.1 101 km
Feb 5, 2007 54 km SE of St George Ranges, Australia M3.0 123 km
Feb 5, 2007 57 km SE of St George Ranges, Australia M2.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Hayley Category 1 243 km
2010 Laurence Category 3 175 km
2000 Rosita Category 3 199 km
1999 Thelma Category 3 219 km
1995 Chloe Category 4 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 89°F (31°C) 6.6 in Wettest
February 87°F (30°C) 5.7 in
March 86°F (30°C) 4.0 in
April 83°F (29°C) 1.1 in
May 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
October 87°F (31°C) 0.3 in
November 91°F (33°C) 1.1 in Warmest
December 90°F (32°C) 3.4 in

Fitzroy Crossing has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 70°F in July to 91°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and August the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Fitzroy Crossing

Institution Type Founded Website
Karrayili Adult Education Centre College
North West Regional Tafe College

Schools in Fitzroy Crossing

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fitzroy Valley District High School
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Radio Stations near Fitzroy Crossing

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Fitzroy Crossing

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fitzroy Crossing Library0.0

Hotels in Fitzroy Crossing

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitzroy River Lodge

Cafes in Fitzroy Crossing

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jalangurru Mayi Cafe

Monuments in Fitzroy Crossing

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Australian Inland Mission Frontier Services Hospital

Clinics in Fitzroy Crossing

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kimberley Population Health

Bus Stations in Fitzroy Crossing

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

School Bus Stop

Gas Stations in Fitzroy Crossing

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #6873270753
Caltex
Ngiyali Roadhouse BP
Shell

Shopping Malls in Fitzroy Crossing

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tarunda Shopping Centre

Airports Near Fitzroy Crossing

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fitzroy Crossing AirportFIZMedium Airport
Cadjebut AirportSmall Airport
Cherrabun AirportCBCSmall Airport
Christmas Creek Station AirportCXQSmall Airport
Fossil Downs AirportFSLSmall Airport
Noonkanbah AirportNKBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fitzroy Crossing

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fitzroy Crossing

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Assembly of God
Catholic 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 Fitzroy Crossing

What is the population of Fitzroy Crossing?

Fitzroy Crossing has a population of 1,783 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Fitzroy Crossing expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,427, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $56,400 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $282 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Fitzroy Crossing?

Fitzroy Crossing has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 89°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches.

How is the job market in Fitzroy Crossing?

The unemployment rate in Fitzroy Crossing is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $316. There are 169 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fitzroy Crossing?

The median home value in Fitzroy Crossing is $56,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $282. The homeownership rate is 3.0%.

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