Gateshead, Australia

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

3,231 Population 12/sq mi density

121 ft Elevation 37 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$20,652 median income, 8.1% unemployment

Affordability

2.0 / 5.0

$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

Gateshead, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,652

73% below

$20,652 per capita

Home Value

$169,000

40% below

Median Rent

$845/mo

27% below

Unemployment

8.1%

125% above

Avg Temperature

64°F

345 sunny days/yr

Is Gateshead a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Gateshead residents earn a median household income of $20,652 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,652. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 307 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Gateshead is $169,000 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $845/month.

Climate & Weather

Gateshead has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 345 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population3,231

Median Age35.0 yrs

Density12/mi²

Foreign Born7.0%

Economy

Median Income$20,652

Per Capita$20,652

Unemployment8.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$397

Housing

Home Value$169,000

Rent$845

Ownership54.7%

Housing Units1,292

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days345/yr

Rain31.7 in/yr

Elevation121 ft