Geelong West, Australia

Full City Profile

3.1 /5.0

B Good

6,775 Population 27/sq mi density

85 ft Elevation 26 meters

59°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$32,921 median income, 3.9% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

Geelong West, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$32,921

56% below

$32,921 per capita

Home Value

$197,200

30% below

Median Rent

$986/mo

15% below

Unemployment

3.9%

8% above

Avg Temperature

59°F

302 sunny days/yr

Is Geelong West a Good Place to Live?

3.1 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Geelong West residents earn a median household income of $32,921 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,921. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 644 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Geelong West is $197,200 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $986/month.

Climate & Weather

Geelong West has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population6,775

Median Age36.0 yrs

Density27/mi²

Foreign Born19.1%

Economy

Median Income$32,921

Per Capita$32,921

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$633

Housing

Home Value$197,200

Rent$986

Ownership58.8%

Housing Units2,710

Climate

Avg Temp59°F

Sunny Days302/yr

Rain25.9 in/yr

Elevation85 ft

Did You Know?

19.1% of residents are foreign-born.