Ipswich, Australia

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

2,958 Population 7/sq mi density

135 ft Elevation 41 meters

68°F Avg Temperature 20°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$20,043 median income, 11.8% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

Ipswich, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,043

73% below

$20,043 per capita

Home Value

$140,800

50% below

Median Rent

$704/mo

39% below

Unemployment

11.8%

228% above

Avg Temperature

68°F

337 sunny days/yr

Is Ipswich a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Ipswich residents earn a median household income of $20,043 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,043. The unemployment rate stands at 11.8% (228% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 281 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Ipswich is $140,800 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $704/month.

Climate & Weather

Ipswich has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 337 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,958

Median Age45.0 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born15.8%

Economy

Median Income$20,043

Per Capita$20,043

Unemployment11.8%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$385

Housing

C+

Home Value$140,800

Rent$704

Ownership43.1%

Housing Units1,183

Climate

Avg Temp68°F

Sunny Days337/yr

Rain30.5 in/yr

Elevation135 ft

Did You Know?

Ipswich was founded in 1846.

15.8% of residents are foreign-born.