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Kambalda West, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kambalda West is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,749. Elevation: 1,010 ft (308 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,749 Population 45/sq mi density
1,010 ft Elevation 308 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
8.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$34,206 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$34,206 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Kambalda West

Kambalda West is a town in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia.

People

Population1,749
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density45/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,206
Per Capita$34,206
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership59.2%
Housing Units700

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Population1,749
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Coordinates-31.2017°, 121.6306°
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$34,206
Median Age36.0 years

About Kambalda West

Kambalda West is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,749. The city sits at an elevation of 1,010 feet (308 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 West has a population of 1,749 with a density of 45 people per square mile, spread across 47.9 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,749
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
47.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kambalda West vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kambalda West is $34,206, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,206 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $658, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 166 business establishments.

Income: Kambalda West vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$34,206
54% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$34,206
Avg Weekly Wage$658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)166

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kambalda West is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 59.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 700 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.2%
Owner-Occupied59.2%
Renter-Occupied40.8%
Housing Units700

Property Tax

Kambalda West 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 1,010 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

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Area47.9 sq mi (124.1 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates-31.2017°N, 121.6306°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.2"
78% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 1.22"
Driest Month (Sep) 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 50 km
May 28, 2016 138 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.9 141 km
May 28, 2016 138 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.8 141 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 72 km
Oct 14, 1998 16 km WSW of Somerville, Australia M4.2 50 km
Jun 8, 2016 142 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.2 145 km
Mar 26, 2017 119 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M4.1 123 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 73 km
Aug 2, 2002 8 km W of Somerville, Australia M3.8 53 km
May 31, 2004 15 km SSE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.7 19 km
Mar 13, 1998 79 km ESE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 83 km
Mar 27, 2001 141 km SE of Kambalda East, Australia M3.3 145 km
Jul 4, 2006 3 km E of Boulder, Australia M3.2 48 km
Jul 24, 2002 52 km NNW of Hannans, Australia M3.2 109 km
Jan 31, 2005 4 km S of Somerville, Australia M2.6 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in Warmest
February 76°F (25°C) 1.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.2 in Wettest
June 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
July 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in

Kambalda West has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 51°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.2") and September the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kambalda West

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kambalda West District High School
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Gas Stations in Kambalda West

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kambalda Post Office & Road house

Golf Courses in Kambalda West

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kambalda Golf Course

Airports Near Kambalda West

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
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 West

What is the population of Kambalda West?

Kambalda West has a population of 1,749 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 47.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kambalda West expensive to live in?

The median household income is $34,206, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kambalda West?

Kambalda West 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 West?

The unemployment rate in Kambalda West is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $658. There are 166 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kambalda West?

The median home value in Kambalda West is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 59.2%.

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