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Kalgoorlie, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kalgoorlie is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 29,072. Elevation: 1,270 ft (387 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
29,072 Population 730/sq mi density
1,270 ft Elevation 387 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
7.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$39,715 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,715 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population29,072
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density730/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$39,715
Per Capita$39,715
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership52.3%
Housing Units11,629

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain7.1 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Population29,072
Population Density730 / sq mi
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Coordinates-30.7461°, 121.4742°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation7.1 inches (180 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$39,715
Median Age35.0 years

About Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 29,072. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet (387 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Kalgoorlie has a population of 29,072 with a density of 730 people per square mile, spread across 39.8 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

29,072
Total Population
730
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
39.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kalgoorlie vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kalgoorlie is $39,715, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,715. The average weekly wage is $764, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,762 business establishments.

Income: Kalgoorlie vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$39,715
47% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$39,715
Avg Weekly Wage$764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)2,762

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kalgoorlie is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 52.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,629 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

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

Homeownership52.3%
Owner-Occupied52.3%
Renter-Occupied47.7%
Housing Units11,629

Property Tax

Climate in Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 284 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 18.8° / 33.9° 35.1
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.3° 39.6
Mar 22.8°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29.1° 36.3
Apr 19.5°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.7° 19.8
May 15.2°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21.2° 19.3
Jun 12.2°C / 54°F 6.5° / 17.9° 20.8
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 5.6° / 17.5° 22.8
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.3° / 19.4° 21.9
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 8.7° / 22.8° 13.4
Oct 19.4°C / 67°F 12° / 26.8° 15.9
Nov 22.2°C / 72°F 14.8° / 29.5° 20.7
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 17° / 32.1° 18.8
Kalgoorlie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 52°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 7.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Area39.8 sq mi (103.1 km²)
Population Density730/sq mi
Coordinates-30.7461°N, 121.4742°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.1"
81% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 1.22"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Feb 26, 2014.

Apr 20, 2010 5 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M5.2 8 km
Mar 9, 1991 19 km NE of Hannans, Australia M4.8 21 km
Feb 26, 2014 26 km W of Hannans, Australia M4.5 29 km
Oct 14, 1998 16 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M4.2 20 km
Aug 2, 2002 8 km W of Somerville, Australia M3.8 11 km
Jun 27, 1998 11 km NW of Stoneville, Australia M3.8 20 km
Mar 22, 1998 68 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.8 114 km
May 31, 2004 15 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.7 70 km
Mar 13, 1998 79 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 122 km
Jul 24, 2002 52 km NNW of Hannans, Australia M3.2 57 km
Jul 4, 2006 3 km E of Boulder, Australia M3.2 6 km
Jan 31, 2005 4 km S of Somerville, Australia M2.6 7 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in Wettest
June 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in

Kalgoorlie has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.2") and September the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kalgoorlie

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School — — — —
Kalgoorlie Primary School — — — —
East Kalgoorlie Primary School — — — —
Eastern Goldfields College — — — —
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Radio Stations near Kalgoorlie

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kalgoorlie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
Loopline Railway Museum
Museum of the Goldfields

Libraries in Kalgoorlie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
William Grundt Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Kalgoorlie

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

all seasons Kalgoorlie Plaza Hotel
Carnegie Lodge
Exchange Hotel
Federal Hotel
Kalgoorlie Hotel
The Palace Hotel

Restaurants in Kalgoorlie

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

De Bernales
Golden India Restaurant
Orecchiette Kalgoorlie
Pasta 2 Go
The Hot Spot Burger Bar
Xings Sushi and Noodle
Yada Thai

Cafes in Kalgoorlie

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dôme
Muzz Buzz
The Coffee Club
Vienna Coffee Lounge
Zarraffa's Coffee

Theatres in Kalgoorlie

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goldfields Arts Centre

Clinics in Kalgoorlie

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goldfields Chiropractic & Healing Centre

Train Stations in Kalgoorlie

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parkeston

Gas Stations in Kalgoorlie

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12273599859
BP
Caltex
Liberty Oil Kalgoorie
Puma

Banks in Kalgoorlie

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bankwest

Airports Near Kalgoorlie

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalgoorlie Boulder AirportKGIMedium Airport
Bullabulling Airfield—Small Airport
Bulong Airport—Small Airport
Coolgardie Airport—Small Airport
Kambalda AirportKDBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kalgoorlie

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kalgoorlie Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalgoorlie

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St John's Anglican Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
Uniting Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Kalgoorlie

What is the population of Kalgoorlie?

Kalgoorlie has a population of 29,072 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 730 people per square mile, spread across 39.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kalgoorlie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $39,715, 47% 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 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kalgoorlie?

Kalgoorlie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.1 inches.

How is the job market in Kalgoorlie?

Kalgoorlie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $764. There are 2,762 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kalgoorlie?

The median home value in Kalgoorlie is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 52.3%.

Nearby Cities

Piccadilly 2,323 pop · 0.6 mi Lamington 2,029 pop · 1.1 mi West Lamington 1,393 pop · 1.3 mi South Kalgoorlie 4,811 pop · 1.3 mi Somerville 4,426 pop · 2.0 mi Hannans 2,495 pop · 2.2 mi Boulder 4,870 pop · 2.7 mi Kambalda West 1,749 pop · 32.8 mi Kambalda East 1,157 pop · 33.8 mi
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