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Geographe, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Geographe is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,233. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
3,233 Population 1,858/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$22,883 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$22,883 median income, 4.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,233
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,858/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,883
Per Capita$22,883
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

D
Home Value$202,800
Rent$1,014
Ownership70.3%
Housing Units1,293

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population3,233
Population Density1,858 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-33.6397°, 115.3836°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,883
Median Age50.0 years

About Geographe

Geographe is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 3,233. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Geographe has a population of 3,233 with a density of 1,858 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,233
Total Population
1,858
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Geographe vs Australia Average

The median household income in Geographe is $22,883, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,883 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $440, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 307 business establishments.

Income: Geographe vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,883
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,883
Avg Weekly Wage$440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)307

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Geographe is $202,800, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 70.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,293 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,800
28% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.3%
Owner-Occupied70.3%
Renter-Occupied29.7%
Housing Units1,293

Property Tax

Climate in Geographe

Geographe has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 694 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 13.8° / 30.2° 13.5
Feb 22.5°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.1° 6.7
Mar 20.5°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.9° 13.3
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 11° / 23.9° 40.4
May 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 106.0
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.7° / 18° 124.3
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 6.8° / 16.9° 133.5
Aug 12.2°C / 54°F 7° / 17.3° 104.5
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 7.9° / 18.4° 75.1
Oct 15.2°C / 59°F 8.8° / 21.5° 31.7
Nov 17.9°C / 64°F 10.8° / 25° 30.4
Dec 19.9°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.7° 14.4
Geographe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,858/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6397°N, 115.3836°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 8, 2009.

Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 149 km
Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 49 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 6.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in

Geographe has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Geographe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Busselton Primary School
Georgiana Molloy Anglican School
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Museums in Geographe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Busselton Museum

Libraries in Geographe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Capel public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Geographe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
@the Shed Markets

Cafes in Geographe

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sensation Café

Breweries in Geographe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rocky Ridge Brewery
Shelter Brewing Co

Airports Near Geographe

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Kudardup AirfieldSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Tallinup-Augusta AirportSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport

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 Geographe

What is the population of Geographe?

Geographe has a population of 3,233 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,858 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Geographe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,883, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Geographe?

Geographe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.

How is the job market in Geographe?

Geographe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $440. There are 307 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Geographe?

The median home value in Geographe is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 70.3%.

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