George Town, Australia

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

4,257 Population 12/sq mi density

39 ft Elevation 12 meters

55°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$16,325 median income, 13.0% unemployment

Affordability

2.4 / 5.0

$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

George Town, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$16,325

78% below

$16,325 per capita

Home Value

$124,000

56% below

Median Rent

$620/mo

47% below

Unemployment

13.0%

261% above

Avg Temperature

55°F

282 sunny days/yr

Is George Town a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

George Town residents earn a median household income of $16,325 , which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,325. The unemployment rate stands at 13.0% (261% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 404 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in George Town is $124,000 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $620/month.

Climate & Weather

George Town has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,257

Median Age45.0 yrs

Density12/mi²

Foreign Born11.3%

Economy

Median Income$16,325

Per Capita$16,325

Unemployment13.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$314

Housing

Home Value$124,000

Rent$620

Ownership64.4%

Housing Units1,703

Climate

Avg Temp55°F

Sunny Days282/yr

Rain30.0 in/yr

Elevation39 ft

Did You Know?

11.3% of residents are foreign-born.