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Katanning, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Katanning is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,655. Elevation: 1,014 ft (309 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,655 Population 69/sq mi density
1,014 ft Elevation 309 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.5 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

Population3,655
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density69/mi²
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,655
Population Density69 / sq mi
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Coordinates-33.6879°, 117.5584°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Katanning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Katanning 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. Katanning 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

Katanning enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Katanning has a population of 3,655 with a density of 69 people per square mile, spread across 52.6 square miles. 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

3,655
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
52.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Katanning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Katanning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Katanning 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: Katanning 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 Katanning, 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: Katanning 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

Katanning enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.5 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 1,014 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.5 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area52.6 sq mi (136.3 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6879°N, 117.5584°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
July 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Driest

Katanning has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 50°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and December the driest (0.5").

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

Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area52.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Katanning

What is the population of Katanning?

Katanning has a population of 3,655 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 52.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Katanning expensive to live in?

Katanning 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 Katanning?

Katanning enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Katanning?

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

How are the schools in Katanning?

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

How healthy is Katanning?

The obesity rate in Katanning 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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