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Harvey, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Harvey is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,281. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,281 Population 129/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,080 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,080 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About Harvey

Harvey

Harvey is a town in the South West region of Western Australia along the South Western Highway, 140 kilometres (87 mi) south of Perth, between Pinjarra and Bunbury. It has a population of 2,797. Harvey Town is known for its dairy industry and oranges.

People

Population3,281
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density129/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,080
Per Capita$25,080
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership68.8%
Housing Units1,312

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population3,281
Population Density129 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-33.0786°, 115.9151°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,080
Median Age44.0 years

About Harvey

Harvey is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 3,281. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Harvey has a population of 3,281 with a density of 129 people per square mile, spread across 25.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,281
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
25.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Harvey vs Australia Average

The median household income in Harvey is $25,080, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,080 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $482, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 312 business establishments.

Income: Harvey vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,080
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,080
Avg Weekly Wage$482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Harvey is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 68.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,312 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.8%
Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied31.2%
Housing Units1,312

Property Tax

Climate in Harvey

Harvey has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 861 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 31.3° 12.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 31.4° 10.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 29.3° 13.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 25° 49.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / 21.5° 108.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 18.4° 147.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 17.2° 163.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 17.6° 137.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 18.6° 113.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 21.5° 47.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 25.5° 39.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 28.6° 17.8
Harvey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area25.5 sq mi (66.0 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates-33.0786°N, 115.9151°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.60"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 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 M4.9 114 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 115 km
Feb 1, 2022 13 km S of Wagin, Australia M4.3 137 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 107 km
Jan 24, 2022 29 km NE of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 146 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 149 km
Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 60 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 106 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 101 km
Jun 12, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.7 138 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 61 km
Apr 15, 2005 10 km SSW of York, Australia M2.5 144 km
Jun 14, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 6.9 in
July 54°F (12°C) 7.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest

Harvey has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Harvey

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Anne's School
Harvey Primary School
Harvey Senior High School
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Radio Stations near Harvey

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101.3 FM Collie Community Radio community MP3

Museums in Harvey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Leschenault Inlet Eco Museum
Waroona Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Harvey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Australind Public Library0.0
Eaton Library0.0
Harvey Public Library0.0

Restaurants in Harvey

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sing Ai Chinese

Cafes in Harvey

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe on Uduc
Lemongrass
Sirelea's Cafe
Stirling Cottage

Theatres in Harvey

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harvey Dam Amphitheatre

Clinics in Harvey

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wellington Medical Centre

Train Stations in Harvey

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harvey

Gas Stations in Harvey

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1567076183
AU #9682669448

Banks in Harvey

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wetspac Banking Corporation

Golf Courses in Harvey

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harvey Golf Club

Breweries in Harvey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Old Coast Brewery

Airports Near Harvey

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
MidwaySmall Airport
Murray FieldSmall Airport
Pinjarra North AirstripSmall Airport
Pinjarra Skydiving AirstripSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Serpentine AirportSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport
Wheeler DromeSmall Airport
Wheeler FieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harvey

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Christ
Harvey Methodist Church

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 Harvey

What is the population of Harvey?

Harvey has a population of 3,281 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 129 people per square mile, spread across 25.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Harvey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,080, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Harvey?

Harvey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

How is the job market in Harvey?

Harvey has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $482. There are 312 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Harvey?

The median home value in Harvey is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.

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