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Geraldton, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Geraldton is a mid-size city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 38,595. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
38,595 Population 394/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
9.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$21,801 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$21,801 median income, 7.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population38,595
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density394/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,801
Per Capita$21,801
Unemployment7.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership54.7%
Housing Units15,438

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population38,595
Population Density394 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-28.7790°, 114.6146°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation9.2 inches (234 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,801
Median Age47.0 years

About Geraldton

Geraldton is a mid-size city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 38,595. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Geraldton has a population of 38,595 with a density of 394 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

38,595
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
98.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Geraldton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Geraldton is $21,801, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,801 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $419, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 3,667 business establishments.

Income: Geraldton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,801
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,801
Avg Weekly Wage$419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)3,667

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Geraldton is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 54.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 15,438 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.7%
Owner-Occupied54.7%
Renter-Occupied45.3%
Housing Units15,438

Property Tax

Climate in Geraldton

Geraldton has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 384 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 18.4° / 31.8° 2.9
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 19.5° / 32.8° 7.1
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 18.1° / 31.4° 15.6
Apr 22°C / 72°F 15.6° / 28.4° 21.4
May 19°C / 66°F 13.2° / 24.8° 54.8
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.4° 74.7
Jul 14.7°C / 58°F 9.4° / 20° 82.0
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 62.0
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 9.3° / 22.1° 34.7
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 11.3° / 25.1° 15.6
Nov 21°C / 70°F 14.2° / 27.7° 9.0
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.4° 4.4
Geraldton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 9.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7790°N, 114.6146°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.2"
76% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on May 11, 2003.

Jul 8, 1997 77 km WNW of Drummond Cove, Australia M4.3 83 km
Mar 17, 1991 41 km SSW of Kalbarri, Australia M3.8 94 km
Apr 10, 2003 57 km W of Port Denison, Australia M3.3 67 km
May 11, 2003 61 km SW of Tarcoola Beach, Australia M2.5 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 57 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Coldest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest

Geraldton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 59°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Geraldton

Schools in Geraldton

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Geraldton Primary School - - - -
Geraldton Senior College - - - -
Holland Street School - - - -
Nagle Catholic College - - - -
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Radio Stations near Geraldton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Geraldton 98.1 - AAC+ 33 kbps
Radio MAMA community, indigenous MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Geraldton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Greenough Cafe & Visitor Centre
Western Australia Museum - Geraldton

Libraries in Geraldton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Geraldton Library0.0

Hotels in Geraldton

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Hospitality Inn

Cafes in Geraldton

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flowvitality Cafe

Clinics in Geraldton

8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #1181996595
AU #1181996596
Bell Hearing
City Health Geraldton
Medical Aesthetics
Midwest Orthopaedics
Nature's Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Clinic
Panaceum Geraldton

Dentists in Geraldton

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cathedral Dental

Veterinaries in Geraldton

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Midwest Vet Centre

Breweries in Geraldton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Batavia Brewing

Airports Near Geraldton

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geraldton AirportGETMedium Airport
Dongara AirportDOXSmall Airport
Howatharra Airstrip-Small Airport
Lynton Airfield-Small Airport
Northampton Airport-Small Airport
Taylors Private Airfield-Small Airport
Valley View-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Geraldton

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Christ
Geraldton Anglican Cathedral
Geraldton Seventh-day Adventist Church
Lighthouse Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Geraldton

What is the population of Geraldton?

Geraldton has a population of 38,595 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 394 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Geraldton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,801, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Geraldton?

Geraldton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches.

How is the job market in Geraldton?

The unemployment rate in Geraldton is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $419. There are 3,667 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Geraldton?

The median home value in Geraldton is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 54.7%.

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