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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).

3.8 /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
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population801
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
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 Age37.5 years

Is Hopetoun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopetoun receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Hopetoun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hopetoun enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

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 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

801
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
208.4mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Hopetoun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hopetoun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopetoun is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hopetoun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hopetoun, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hopetoun vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

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

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").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area208.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 37.5 years.

Is Hopetoun expensive to live in?

Hopetoun is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hopetoun?

Hopetoun has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hopetoun?

35.0% of adults in Hopetoun hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hopetoun?

The obesity rate in Hopetoun is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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