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Glen Iris, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Glen Iris is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,911. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,911 Population 1,540/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$26,499 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,499 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,911
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,540/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,499
Per Capita$26,499
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership70.0%
Housing Units1,164

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population2,911
Population Density1,540 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-33.3371°, 115.6743°
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$26,499
Median Age35.0 years

About Glen Iris

Glen Iris is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 2,911. 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.

Glen Iris has a population of 2,911 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,911
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Glen Iris vs Australia Average

The median household income in Glen Iris is $26,499, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,499 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $510, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 277 business establishments.

Income: Glen Iris vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,499
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,499
Avg Weekly Wage$510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)277

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Iris is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 70.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,164 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.0%
Owner-Occupied70.0%
Renter-Occupied30.0%
Housing Units1,164

Property Tax

Climate in Glen Iris

Glen Iris has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Feb (23°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 719 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 15.2° / 29.7° 12.6
Feb 23°C / 73°F 15.9° / 30.2° 6.0
Mar 21.1°C / 70°F 14.4° / 27.8° 18.5
Apr 18°C / 64°F 11.8° / 24.1° 33.9
May 15°C / 59°F 9.1° / 21° 94.9
Jun 13.3°C / 56°F 8° / 18.6° 134.2
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 7° / 17.3° 141.3
Aug 12.6°C / 55°F 7.5° / 17.6° 118.0
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 8.6° / 18.6° 84.9
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.2° 32.7
Nov 18.1°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.3° 23.8
Dec 20.5°C / 69°F 13.5° / 27.5° 18.5
Glen Iris 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)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates-33.3371°N, 115.6743°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.73"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Feb 5, 2023.

Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 132 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 132 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 124 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 144 km
Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 38 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 142 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 131 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
April 65°F (19°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.7 in
July 57°F (14°C) 6.7 in Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest

Glen Iris has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Glen Iris

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School
Grace Christian School
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Radio Stations near Glen Iris

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101.3 FM Collie Community Radio community MP3

Museums in Glen Iris

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bunbury Geographe Motor Museum
Bunbury Regional Art Gallery
King Cottage
King Cottage
Leschenault Inlet Eco Museum

Libraries in Glen Iris

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Australind Public Library0.0
Bunbury Library0.0
Capel public library0.0
Dalyellup Public Library0.0
Dardanup Public Library0.0
Donnybrook Community Library0.0
Eaton Library0.0
Gelorup Community Centre0.0
SWIT Library0.0
Withers Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Glen Iris

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit-Barn

Gas Stations in Glen Iris

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #6631305497
City and Regional Fuels
Shell

Airports Near Glen Iris

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Between Lakes Private AirstripSmall Airport
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Collie AirportCIESmall Airport
Dwellingup AirstripSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Lake Clifton AirstripSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
MidwaySmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Pinjarra Skydiving AirstripSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport
Wheeler DromeSmall Airport
Wheeler FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Glen Iris

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Koombana Studio

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 Glen Iris

What is the population of Glen Iris?

Glen Iris has a population of 2,911 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,540 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Glen Iris expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,499, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Glen Iris?

Glen Iris 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 Glen Iris?

The unemployment rate in Glen Iris is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $510. There are 277 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Glen Iris?

The median home value in Glen Iris is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 70.0%.

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