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Kambalda East, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kambalda East is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,157. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,157 Population 29/sq mi density
1,122 ft Elevation 342 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
8.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$31,164 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,164 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $479/mo rent

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About Kambalda East

Kambalda East is a town in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia, located in the Shire of Coolgardie local government area. It forms part of the broader Kambalda township, which is formally divided into Kambalda East and Kambalda West. Kambalda East recorded a population of 802 at the 2021 census.

People

Population1,157
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density29/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,164
Per Capita$31,164
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,800
Rent$479
Ownership69.1%
Housing Units463

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Population1,157
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Coordinates-31.2055°, 121.6701°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation8.2 inches (209 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,164
Median Age34.0 years

About Kambalda East

Kambalda East is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,157. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Kambalda East has a population of 1,157 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 39.3 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,157
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
39.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kambalda East vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kambalda East is $31,164, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,164 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $599, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 110 business establishments.

Income: Kambalda East vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,164
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,164
Avg Weekly Wage$599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)110

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kambalda East is $95,800, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $479 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 69.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 463 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,800
66% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$479
59% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.1%
Owner-Occupied69.1%
Renter-Occupied30.9%
Housing Units463

Property Tax

Kambalda East enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 8.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Area39.3 sq mi (101.8 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-31.2055°N, 121.6701°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.2"
78% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.38"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 26, 2017.

Apr 20, 2010 5 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M5.2 52 km
May 28, 2016 138 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.9 138 km
May 28, 2016 138 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.8 138 km
Mar 9, 1991 19 km NE of Hannans, Australia M4.8 69 km
Feb 26, 2014 26 km W of Hannans, Australia M4.5 75 km
Oct 14, 1998 16 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M4.2 53 km
Jun 8, 2016 142 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.2 143 km
Mar 26, 2017 119 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.1 119 km
Jun 27, 1998 11 km NW of Stoneville, Australia M3.8 45 km
Mar 22, 1998 68 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.8 69 km
Aug 2, 2002 8 km W of Somerville, Australia M3.8 56 km
May 31, 2004 15 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.7 16 km
Mar 13, 1998 79 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 80 km
Mar 27, 2001 141 km SE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 142 km
Jul 4, 2006 3 km E of Boulder, Australia M3.2 49 km
Jul 24, 2002 52 km NNW of Hannans, Australia M3.2 111 km
Jan 31, 2005 4 km S of Somerville, Australia M2.6 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
December 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Kambalda East has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 51°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.4") and November the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kambalda East

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kambalda Primary School
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Gas Stations in Kambalda East

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Kambalda East

Airports Near Kambalda East

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalgoorlie Boulder AirportKGIMedium Airport
Bullabulling AirfieldSmall Airport
Bulong AirportSmall Airport
Coolgardie AirportSmall Airport
Kambalda AirportKDBSmall Airport

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Meteorites
2
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UFO Sightings
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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 Kambalda East

What is the population of Kambalda East?

Kambalda East has a population of 1,157 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 39.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kambalda East expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,164, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,800 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $479 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kambalda East?

Kambalda East enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches.

How is the job market in Kambalda East?

The unemployment rate in Kambalda East is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $599. There are 110 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kambalda East?

The median home value in Kambalda East is $95,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $479. The homeownership rate is 69.1%.

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