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Kelso, Australia

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,798 Population 33/sq mi density
2,129 ft Elevation 649 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,141 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

Kelso, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$27,141
64% below
$27,141 per capita
Home Value
$202,800
28% below
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
13% below
Unemployment
4.4%
22% above
Avg Temperature
55°F
335 sunny days/yr

Is Kelso a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.6 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Kelso residents earn a median household income of $27,141 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,141. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 836 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Kelso is $202,800 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,014/month.

Climate & Weather

Kelso has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 335 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population8,798
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density33/mi²
Foreign Born8.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,141
Per Capita$27,141
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$522

Housing

C
Home Value$202,800
Rent$1,014
Ownership71.6%
Housing Units3,519

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
Sunny Days335/yr
Rain24.9 in/yr
Elevation2,129 ft