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Hovea, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Hovea is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 595. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
595 Population 49/sq mi density
620 ft Elevation 189 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$32,279 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$32,279 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $1,620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population595
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density49/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,279
Per Capita$32,279
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$324,000
Rent$1,620
Ownership96.2%
Housing Units238

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Population595
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Coordinates-31.8833°, 116.1000°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,279
Median Age51.0 years

About Hovea

Hovea is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 595. The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet (189 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Hovea has a population of 595 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

595
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
12.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hovea vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hovea is $32,279, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,279 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $621, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Hovea vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,279
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,279
Avg Weekly Wage$621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hovea is $324,000, 15% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,620 (39% above the national average of $1,163). 96.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 238 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,620
39% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.2%
Owner-Occupied96.2%
Renter-Occupied3.8%
Housing Units238

Property Tax

Climate in Hovea

Hovea has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (25°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 694 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 17.6° / 32.3° 15.7
Feb 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 32.3° 16.5
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 16.3° / 30.1° 17.8
Apr 20°C / 68°F 13.5° / 26.4° 30.2
May 16.5°C / 62°F 10.6° / 22.4° 81.0
Jun 14.2°C / 58°F 9° / 19.5° 123.0
Jul 13.4°C / 56°F 8.2° / 18.5° 137.8
Aug 13.7°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.1° 121.5
Sep 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 78.7
Oct 17.2°C / 63°F 10.8° / 23.7° 33.5
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 13.4° / 27° 28.9
Dec 23°C / 73°F 15.7° / 30.2° 9.4
Hovea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 620 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area12.2 sq mi (31.6 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates-31.8833°N, 116.1000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.97"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 25, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 88 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 108 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 95 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 120 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 104 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 94 km
May 3, 2008 84 km NE of Northam, Australia M3.7 144 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 101 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 118 km
Jan 5, 1994 40 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M3.2 117 km
Jun 2, 2005 52 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.0 113 km
Mar 25, 2005 74 km NE of Northam, Australia M2.9 133 km
Jul 18, 2003 42 km N of Toodyay, Australia M2.8 90 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 31 km
Sep 4, 2004 Western Australia M2.8 140 km
Jun 12, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.7 108 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 139 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 100 km
May 12, 2005 31 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.6 104 km
Jun 14, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 106 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 1 277 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.8 in
July 53°F (12°C) 7.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
December 71°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest

Hovea has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 53°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and December the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Hovea

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Curtin Radio - A lifetime of music adult contemporary, music AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Triple J (WA) contemporary, indi AAC+ 56 kbps
Perth 6IX classic hits 60s 70a 80s MP3 64 kbps
Triple M Perth rock AAC 130 kbps
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps
ABC Radio Perth AAC+ 56 kbps
SonshineFM christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Capital Community Radio 101.7FM golden music, golden oldies MP3 192 kbps
96fm AAC+ 48 kbps
Noongar Radio aboriginal, australia AAC+ 32 kbps
SonshineFM Extra christian AAC+ 128 kbps
MyFM Perth punk, ska MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Hovea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aviation Heritage Museum
Ferry Tram B15
Ferry Tram B15
Kalamunda History Village
Midland Workshops Museum
Motor Museum of Western Australia
Mundaring No.1 Pump Station Goldfields Water Supply Scheme
Museum of Natural History
Museum of Perth
Museum of Perth
Old Central Fire Station Heritage Centre
Old Central Fire Station Heritage Centre
Pernechele's Ford Family Museum
Railway Museum
Railway Museum
Revolutions
South Perth Historical Society
South Perth Historical Society
Stirk Cottage
Tractor Musem
Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip
Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip
Wilkinson Homestead Museum
Woodloes Museum

Libraries in Hovea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
105 TL Robertson Library0.0
200A John Curtin Library0.0
200A John Curtin Library0.0
Altone Park Public Library0.0
Amherst Village Public Library0.0
Ballajura Libary0.0
Bassendean Memorial Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Bull Creek Library0.0
Bullsbrook Public Library0.0
Cannington Leisureplex Library0.0
Cannington Leisureplex Library0.0
City of Perth Library0.0
City of South Perth Library0.0
City of South Perth Library0.0
Dianella Library0.0
Edith Cowan University Library Mount Lawley (Building 8)0.0
Ellenbrook Public Library0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
Forrestfield Public Library0.0
Guildford Public Library0.0
High Wycombe Library0.0
Inglewood Library0.0
Kalamunda Library0.0
Kelmscott Library0.0
Manning Library0.0
Manning Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Midland Public Library0.0
Mills Park Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Piara Waters Library0.0
Riverton Library0.0
Ruth Faulkner Library0.0
School library0.0
Seville Grove Public Library0.0
State Library of Western Australia0.0
State Library of Western Australia0.0
Success Public Library0.0
Thornlie Library0.0
Tiny Library0.0
Willetton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hovea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Canning Vale Sunday Markets
Farmer's Market on Manning
Food Hall
Gosnells Railway Markets
Kalamunda Artisan Market
Malaga Markets
Manning Road Farmer's Market
Manning Road Farmer's Market
Morley Markets

Breweries in Hovea

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bailey Brewing co.
Bright Tank Brewery
Bright Tank Brewery
Feral Brewing Company
Homestead Brewery
Swan Valley Brewery
Txoko Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Hovea

TeamLeagueDivision
Belmont Park Racecourse
Gloucester Park
HBF Park
Perth Stadium
RAC Arena
WACA Ground

Airports Near Hovea

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands AirportSmall Airport
Chittering AirstripSmall Airport
Dale River AirportSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
HMAS Stirling Military AirportSmall Airport
Langley Park AirstripSmall Airport
Murray FieldSmall Airport
Northam AirportSmall Airport
Pinjarra North AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
Rottnest Island AirportRTSSmall Airport
Serpentine AirportSmall Airport
York AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Hovea

18 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Australian Clinicallabs
Bentley Child Health Centre
Cannington Medical Centre
Carlisle Medical Centre
Craig Boulton Podiatry
Derbal Yerrigan Health Service
Fitzgerald Medical Practice
Intensive Care Unit
Leeming Medical Centre
Northbridge Medical Centre
Our Place
Perth Radiological Clinic
Rejuva Cosmetic Clinic
Scalp Micropigmentation WA
Sexual Health Quarters
Southern Clinic
State Major Trauma Unit
The Walk-in GP

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 Hovea

What is the population of Hovea?

Hovea has a population of 595 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hovea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,279, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $324,000 (15% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,620 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hovea?

Hovea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.

How is the job market in Hovea?

Hovea has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $621. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hovea?

The median home value in Hovea is $324,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,620. The homeownership rate is 96.2%.

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