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Karoonda, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Karoonda is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 505. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
505 Population 1/sq mi density
207 ft Elevation 63 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$15,379 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$15,379 median income, 4.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $479/mo rent

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People

Population505
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,379
Per Capita$15,379
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$95,800
Rent$479
Ownership82.4%
Housing Units202

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Population505
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates-35.0945°, 139.8934°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (344 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,379
Median Age55.0 years

About Karoonda

Karoonda is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 505. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Karoonda has a population of 505 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 828.3 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

505
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above Australia avg
828.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Karoonda vs Australia Average

The median household income in Karoonda is $15,379, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,379 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $296, 79% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Karoonda vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$15,379
80% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$15,379
Avg Weekly Wage$296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Karoonda is $95,800, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $479 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 82.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 202 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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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

Homeownership82.4%
Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied17.6%
Housing Units202

Property Tax

Climate in Karoonda

Karoonda has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 331 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 31.4° 20.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 30.7° 19.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 27.4° 21.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 23.8° 24.1
May 0°C / 32°F — / 19.2° 30.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 16° 34.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 15.5° 32.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 17.3° 37.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 19.9° 33.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 23.7° 24.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 27.2° 24.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 29.2° 28.2
Karoonda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area828.3 sq mi (2,145.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.0945°N, 139.8934°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.5"
64% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 124 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 96 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 64 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 96 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 145 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 112 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 107 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 94 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 147 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
July 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Karoonda has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 50°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and February the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Karoonda

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Karoonda Area School
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Radio Stations near Karoonda

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Golf Courses in Karoonda

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karoonda Golf Course

Airports Near Karoonda

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carcuma AirportSmall Airport
Lameroo AirportSmall Airport
Loxton private stripSmall Airport
Meningie AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Sedan AirfieldSmall Airport
Sherlock Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Swan Reach AirportSmall Airport
Truro Flat AirparkSmall Airport

Post Offices in Karoonda

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Karoonda LPO

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Meteorites
2
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Karoonda

What is the population of Karoonda?

Karoonda has a population of 505 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 828.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Karoonda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,379, 80% 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 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Karoonda?

Karoonda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches.

How is the job market in Karoonda?

Karoonda has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $296. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Karoonda?

The median home value in Karoonda is $95,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $479. The homeownership rate is 82.4%.

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