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Kalgan, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kalgan is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 805. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
805 Population 8/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$24,268 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,268 median income, 4.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population805
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,268
Per Capita$24,268
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership85.1%
Housing Units322

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population805
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates-34.8847°, 118.0131°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,268
Median Age44.0 years

About Kalgan

Kalgan is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Kalgan has a population of 805 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

805
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
96.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kalgan vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kalgan is $24,268, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,268 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $467, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: Kalgan vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,268
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,268
Avg Weekly Wage$467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kalgan is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 85.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 322 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.1%
Owner-Occupied85.1%
Renter-Occupied14.9%
Housing Units322

Property Tax

Climate in Kalgan

Kalgan has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 16.2° / 22.3° 19.1
Feb 20°C / 68°F 17.1° / 22.9° 18.2
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 15.9° / 22.5° 38.3
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 13.8° / 21.1° 62.9
May 15.6°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.5° 83.2
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.5° 125.4
Jul 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.8° 123.9
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.2° 126.8
Sep 14°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.9° 103.5
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 12° / 18.9° 62.9
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 13.4° / 20.2° 52.5
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14.7° / 21.2° 32.6
Kalgan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area96.5 sq mi (250.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-34.8847°N, 118.0131°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 127 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 129 km
May 11, 1998 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M4.5 139 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 80 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 127 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 41 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 132 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 108 km
Feb 27, 2005 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M3.6 144 km
Apr 18, 2005 66 km E of Katanning, Australia M2.8 143 km
Jul 28, 2004 69 km E of Katanning, Australia M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
February 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in Driest

Kalgan has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in August to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and December the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Kalgan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albany Museum of Surfing WA
Albany‘s Historical Whaling Museum
Brig Amity
National ANZAC Centre
Princess Royal Fortress
Western Australian Museum – Albany
Whale World

Libraries in Kalgan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albany Public Library0.0

Airports Near Kalgan

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albany AirportALHMedium Airport
Cranbrook AirportSmall Airport
Denmark AirportSmall Airport
Lily Dutch Windmill AirstripSmall Airport
Maitraya Resort AirstripSmall Airport
Stirling Range RetreatSmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
2
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Kalgan

What is the population of Kalgan?

Kalgan has a population of 805 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kalgan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,268, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kalgan?

Kalgan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Kalgan?

Kalgan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $467. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kalgan?

The median home value in Kalgan is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 85.1%.

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