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Karratha Industrial Estate, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Karratha Industrial Estate is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 644. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
644 Population 141/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
11.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$53,303 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,303 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$253,600 home value, $1,268/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population644
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density141/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,303
Per Capita$53,303
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

B+
Home Value$253,600
Rent$1,268
Ownership43.2%
Housing Units258

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population644
Population Density141 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-20.7716°, 116.8694°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average90°F (32°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation11.1 inches (283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$53,303
Median Age39.0 years

About Karratha Industrial Estate

Karratha Industrial Estate is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 644. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 90°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Karratha Industrial Estate has a population of 644 with a density of 141 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

644
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Karratha Industrial Estate vs Australia Average

The median household income in Karratha Industrial Estate is $53,303, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,303 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,025, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Karratha Industrial Estate vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$53,303
29% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$53,303
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Karratha Industrial Estate is $253,600, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 43.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 258 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,600
10% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,268
9% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership43.2%
Owner-Occupied43.2%
Renter-Occupied56.8%
Housing Units258

Property Tax

Climate in Karratha Industrial Estate

Karratha Industrial Estate has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.6°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 313 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31.6°C / 89°F 27.1° / 36.2° 63.3
Feb 31.5°C / 89°F 26.9° / 36.1° 81.2
Mar 31.3°C / 88°F 26.2° / 36.4° 56.8
Apr 28.9°C / 84°F 23.2° / 34.6° 15.2
May 24.2°C / 76°F 18.3° / 30.2° 28.5
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 15.2° / 26.6° 38.3
Jul 20.3°C / 69°F 13.9° / 26.7° 10.6
Aug 21.4°C / 71°F 14.5° / 28.4° 1.7
Sep 24.2°C / 76°F 17.1° / 31.2° 1.1
Oct 27.6°C / 82°F 20.9° / 34.4° 0.1
Nov 29.2°C / 85°F 23.2° / 35.2° 2.0
Dec 30.8°C / 87°F 25.7° / 36° 14.6
Karratha Industrial Estate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 90°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

90°F Jan (32°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Australia avg
January Average90°F (32°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates-20.7716°N, 116.8694°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.83"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2005.

Mar 19, 2005 127 km W of Dampier, Australia M3.7 146 km
Feb 4, 2003 31 km SSE of Wickham, Australia M3.5 43 km
Apr 9, 1991 117 km SSE of Wickham, Australia M3.5 123 km
May 12, 2004 100 km NNE of Dampier, Australia M3.3 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

40 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 201 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 80 km
2025 Zelia Category 4 215 km
2025 Sean Category 1 265 km
2023 Ilsa Category 5 272 km
2020 Damien Category 2 16 km
2019 Veronica Category 4 87 km
2015 Olwyn Category 1 256 km
2014 Christine Category 3 44 km
2013 Rusty Category 3 285 km
2012 Heidi Category 1 205 km
2011 Bianca Category 1 171 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 291 km
2007 Kara Category 3 235 km
2007 George Category 3 191 km
2006 Glenda Category 4 103 km
2004 Monty Category 3 126 km
2002 Chris Category 2 277 km
2000 John Category 4 63 km
2000 Steve Category 1 41 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 90°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 90°F (32°C) 2.8 in 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 Industrial Estate has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 68°F in July to 90°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and October the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Karratha Industrial Estate

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Classic — MP3 128 kbps
FreoCast community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Karratha Industrial Estate

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Six Mile Railway Museum

Libraries in Karratha Industrial Estate

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Karratha Public Library0.0

Airports Near Karratha Industrial Estate

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karratha AirportKTAMedium Airport
Cape Preston Airport—Small Airport
Fortescue River Airport—Small Airport
Roebourne AirportRBUSmall Airport

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 Karratha Industrial Estate

What is the population of Karratha Industrial Estate?

Karratha Industrial Estate has a population of 644 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Karratha Industrial Estate expensive to live in?

The median household income is $53,303, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Karratha Industrial Estate?

Karratha Industrial Estate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 90°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches.

How is the job market in Karratha Industrial Estate?

The job market in Karratha Industrial Estate is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,025. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Karratha Industrial Estate?

The median home value in Karratha Industrial Estate is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 43.2%.

Nearby Cities

Karratha 11,728 pop · 2.8 mi Bulgarra 3,035 pop · 3.3 mi Pegs Creek 2,043 pop · 3.3 mi Millars Well 1,794 pop · 4.0 mi Baynton 4,568 pop · 4.6 mi Nickol 4,650 pop · 5.1 mi Dampier 1,172 pop · 12.6 mi Wickham 2,594 pop · 18.6 mi
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