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Hopetoun, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Hopetoun is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 801. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
801 Population 4/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
19.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,282 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,282 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population801
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,282
Per Capita$25,282
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership63.1%
Housing Units320

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population801
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-33.9506°, 120.1264°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation19.0 inches (483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,282
Median Age46.0 years

About Hopetoun

Hopetoun is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 801. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Hopetoun has a population of 801 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 208.4 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

801
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
208.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hopetoun vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hopetoun is $25,282, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,282 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $486, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: Hopetoun vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,282
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,282
Avg Weekly Wage$486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hopetoun is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 63.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 320 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.1%
Owner-Occupied63.1%
Renter-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units320

Property Tax

Climate in Hopetoun

Hopetoun has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 494 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 15.3° / 25° 28.4
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 15.7° / 25.2° 25.3
Mar 19.6°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24.7° 33.9
Apr 18°C / 64°F 12.6° / 23.5° 38.5
May 15.6°C / 60°F 10.2° / 21.1° 48.4
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 8.7° / 19° 49.8
Jul 12.8°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.9° 64.6
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 8° / 18.6° 58.9
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.2° 49.6
Oct 16°C / 61°F 10.3° / 21.6° 37.2
Nov 17.7°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.2° 33.8
Dec 18.9°C / 66°F 13.7° / 24.1° 25.5
Hopetoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area208.4 sq mi (539.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-33.9506°N, 120.1264°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.68"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 20, 2019.

Oct 19, 2001 112 km W of Nulsen, Australia M5.0 57 km
Jun 20, 2019 186 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M4.2 87 km
Oct 19, 2001 118 km WNW of Nulsen, Australia M3.8 62 km
Oct 19, 2001 115 km WNW of Nulsen, Australia M3.5 69 km
Jul 18, 2003 166 km ENE of Lower King, Australia M2.9 67 km
Oct 19, 2001 107 km WNW of Nulsen, Australia M2.7 70 km
Oct 19, 2001 136 km WNW of Nulsen, Australia M2.6 58 km
Oct 19, 2001 115 km WNW of Nulsen, Australia M2.5 68 km
Oct 19, 2001 90 km W of Nulsen, Australia M2.5 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in Wettest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest

Hopetoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Hopetoun

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hopetoun Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Hopetoun

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Hopetoun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hopetoun Public Library0.0

Hotels in Hopetoun

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Hotel

Cafes in Hopetoun

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mount Baron Cafe
Simons Market Cafe

Gas Stations in Hopetoun

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hopetoun Fuel, Carwash & Laundromat
Hopetoun General Store

Gyms in Hopetoun

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hopetoun Gym

Golf Courses in Hopetoun

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hopetoun Everett Country Club

Airports Near Hopetoun

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hopetoun Airport—Small Airport
Ravensthorpe AirportRVTSmall Airport
Ravensthorpe Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Hopetoun

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hopetoun LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hopetoun

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Peter the Fisherman

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 Hopetoun

What is the population of Hopetoun?

Hopetoun has a population of 801 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 208.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hopetoun expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,282, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hopetoun?

Hopetoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches.

How is the job market in Hopetoun?

Hopetoun has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $486. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hopetoun?

The median home value in Hopetoun is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 63.1%.

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