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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).

3.3 /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
$23,592 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,592 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Katanning

Katanning

Katanning is a town located 277 kilometres (172 mi) south-east of Perth, Western Australia on the Great Southern Highway. At the 2021 census, the population was 4,057, up from a 2016 population of 3,687.

People

Population3,655
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density69/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,592
Per Capita$23,592
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

B+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership65.9%
Housing Units1,462

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
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 Household Income$23,592
Median Age38.0 years

About Katanning

Katanning is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 3,655. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet (309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

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 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,655
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
52.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Katanning vs Australia Average

The median household income in Katanning is $23,592, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $454, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 347 business establishments.

Income: Katanning vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,592
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,592
Avg Weekly Wage$454

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)347

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Katanning is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,462 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

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

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied34.1%
Housing Units1,462

Property Tax

Climate in Katanning

Katanning has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (22°C), the coldest is Jul (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 457 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.9°C / 71°F 13.8° / 30° 19.6
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.8° 8.2
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 13.1° / 27.4° 22.1
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 10.9° / 24° 28.5
May 13.8°C / 57°F 8.1° / 19.6° 52.8
Jun 11.1°C / 52°F 6.1° / 16.2° 69.0
Jul 10.4°C / 51°F 5.6° / 15.2° 65.8
Aug 10.8°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.8° 63.5
Sep 11.8°C / 53°F 6.3° / 17.3° 49.2
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 7.5° / 21.3° 29.7
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 10.3° / 25° 27.1
Dec 20.4°C / 69°F 12.2° / 28.6° 21.5
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.68"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 64 km
Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 57 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 65 km
May 11, 1998 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M4.5 68 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 55 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 60 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 54 km
Feb 1, 2022 13 km S of Wagin, Australia M4.3 36 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 61 km
Jan 24, 2022 29 km NE of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 101 km
Jan 5, 2022 41 km E of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 80 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 105 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 81 km
Mar 17, 1990 74 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M4.0 84 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 65 km
Apr 20, 1995 100 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 101 km
Feb 27, 2005 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M3.6 68 km
Apr 20, 1995 97 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 97 km
Aug 5, 2007 31 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M3.5 57 km
Apr 20, 1995 96 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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").

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Schools in Katanning

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Braeside Primary School — — — —
Katanning Senior High School — — — —
Saint Patrick's Primary School — — — —
Katanning Primary School — — — —
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Museums in Katanning

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Historical Museum

Libraries in Katanning

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Katanning Library & Art Centre0.0

Hotels in Katanning

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Exchange Hotel

Restaurants in Katanning

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Katz Restaurant
Oscar's Restaurant

Cafes in Katanning

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dome
The Daily Grind
The Daily Grind

Monuments in Katanning

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clock

Train Stations in Katanning

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broomehill CBH
Katanning
Miniature Train Station
Woodanilling

Gas Stations in Katanning

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1263874939
AU #2612300532
EG Ampol Katanning
Puma Kattaning
Shell
Shell Roadhouse Katanning

Banks in Katanning

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bankwest
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Golf Courses in Katanning

5 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broomehill Golf Course
Dumbleyung Golf Club
Forrest Hills Golf Club
Katanning Golf Course
Woodanilling Golf Club

Airports Near Katanning

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cranbrook Airport—Small Airport
Dumbleyung Airport—Small Airport
Frankland Airport—Small Airport
Frankland Valley Vineyard Airport—Small Airport
Gnowangerup Airport—Small Airport
Harrismith Airport—Small Airport
Hillman Farm Airport—Small Airport
Katanning AirportKNISmall Airport
Kojonup Airport—Small Airport
Kukerin—Small Airport
Lily Dutch Windmill Airstrip—Small Airport
Stirling Range Retreat—Small Airport
Wagin Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Katanning

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Katanning Baptist Church
Katanning Foursquare Church
Katanning Mosque
Lutheran Church
St Andrews Anglican Church
St Pattricks

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 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 38.0 years.

Is Katanning expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,592, 69% 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 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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.

How is the job market in Katanning?

The unemployment rate in Katanning is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $454. There are 347 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Katanning?

The median home value in Katanning is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 65.9%.

Nearby Cities

Kojonup 1,235 pop · 24.9 mi Wagin 1,433 pop · 29.0 mi Narrogin 4,245 pop · 56.6 mi Mount Barker 2,682 pop · 65.4 mi Bridgetown 2,751 pop · 83.8 mi Collie 7,396 pop · 83.9 mi Boddington 1,153 pop · 87.6 mi Denmark 2,613 pop · 88.7 mi Manjimup 4,291 pop · 89.5 mi Lower King 1,755 pop · 90.4 mi McKail 3,358 pop · 91.0 mi Bayonet Head 2,773 pop · 91.4 mi Orana 2,027 pop · 92.0 mi Grasmere 1,526 pop · 92.6 mi
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