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Jurien Bay, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Jurien Bay is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,773. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,773 Population 9/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$21,362 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,362 median income, 5.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Jurien Bay

Jurien Bay

Jurien Bay is a coastal town in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 220 kilometres (137 mi) north of Perth facing the Indian Ocean.

People

Population1,773
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,362
Per Capita$21,362
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership74.3%
Housing Units709

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population1,773
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-30.3059°, 115.0383°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (561 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,362
Median Age52.0 years

About Jurien Bay

Jurien Bay is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,773. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Jurien Bay has a population of 1,773 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 202.8 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,773
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
202.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jurien Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Jurien Bay is $21,362, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,362 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $411, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 168 business establishments.

Income: Jurien Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,362
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,362
Avg Weekly Wage$411

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)168

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jurien Bay is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 74.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 709 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.3%
Owner-Occupied74.3%
Renter-Occupied25.7%
Housing Units709

Property Tax

Climate in Jurien Bay

Jurien Bay has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.8°C), the coldest is Jul (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 523 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 17.2° / 30.3° 5.1
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 18.3° / 31.3° 7.5
Mar 23°C / 73°F 16.7° / 29.3° 14.2
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 14.4° / 26.7° 24.8
May 18°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.7° 71.5
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 10.4° / 20.6° 99.1
Jul 14.8°C / 59°F 9.6° / 19.9° 119.3
Aug 14.9°C / 59°F 9.9° / 19.9° 82.4
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 10° / 20.8° 48.8
Oct 17.1°C / 63°F 11.3° / 22.9° 21.1
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 13.7° / 25.9° 20.2
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 16° / 28.3° 8.5
Jurien Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area202.8 sq mi (525.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-30.3059°N, 115.0383°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 10, 2003.

Apr 10, 2003 57 km W of Port Denison, Australia M3.3 128 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 1 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in

Jurien Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 58°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Jurien Bay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jurien Bay District High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Jurien Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Restaurants in Jurien Bay

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jurien Bay Beach Cafe
Murray St. Grill
Sandpiper Tavern

Cafes in Jurien Bay

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Family Affair Cafe
Lesueurs Gallery Cafe
Meraki

Clinics in Jurien Bay

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jurien Bay Health Centre

Gas Stations in Jurien Bay

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
BP
Metro

Banks in Jurien Bay

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bankwest
Bendigo Bank

Gyms in Jurien Bay

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Golf Courses in Jurien Bay

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Green Head Golf Club
Jurien Bay Golf Club

Breweries in Jurien Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kakka Alley Brewing Company

Airports Near Jurien Bay

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cervantes Airport—Small Airport
Eneabba AirportENBSmall Airport
Jurien Bay AirportJURSmall Airport
Leeman Airport—Small Airport
Nambung Station Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Waddi Bush Camp Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Jurien Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

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 Jurien Bay

What is the population of Jurien Bay?

Jurien Bay has a population of 1,773 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 202.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jurien Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,362, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jurien Bay?

Jurien Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

How is the job market in Jurien Bay?

The unemployment rate in Jurien Bay is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $411. There are 168 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jurien Bay?

The median home value in Jurien Bay is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 74.3%.

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