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Karratha, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Karratha is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 11,728. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,728 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
8.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population11,728
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population11,728
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-20.7377°, 116.8463°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation8.3 inches (210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Karratha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karratha receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Karratha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Karratha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Karratha has a population of 11,728. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,728
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Karratha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karratha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karratha is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Karratha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Karratha, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Karratha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Karratha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-20.7377°N, 116.8463°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in
February 90°F (32°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 89°F (32°C) 1.8 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
November 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
December 89°F (32°C) 0.5 in

Karratha has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 68°F in July to 90°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and October the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karratha

What is the population of Karratha?

Karratha has a population of 11,728 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Karratha expensive to live in?

Karratha is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Karratha?

Karratha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Karratha?

Karratha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Karratha?

35.0% of adults in Karratha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Karratha?

The obesity rate in Karratha is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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