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Kojonup, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kojonup is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,235. Elevation: 1,102 ft (336 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,235 Population 9/sq mi density
1,102 ft Elevation 336 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
19.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$26,803 Median Income
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Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$26,803 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Kojonup

Kojonup

Kojonup is a town 256 kilometres (159 mi) south-east of Perth, Western Australia along Albany Highway in the Great Southern region. The name Kojonup refers to the "Kodja" or stone axe made by Aboriginal Australians, from the local stone.

People

Population1,235
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,803
Per Capita$26,803
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership64.4%
Housing Units494

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Population1,235
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Coordinates-33.8305°, 117.1595°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation19.0 inches (483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,803
Median Age46.0 years

About Kojonup

Kojonup is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,235. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet (336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Kojonup has a population of 1,235 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 135.7 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,235
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
135.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kojonup vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kojonup is $26,803, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,803 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $515, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 117 business establishments.

Income: Kojonup vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,803
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,803
Avg Weekly Wage$515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kojonup is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 64.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 494 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

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

Homeownership64.4%
Owner-Occupied64.4%
Renter-Occupied35.6%
Housing Units494

Property Tax

Kojonup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area135.7 sq mi (351.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8305°N, 117.1595°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.11"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M5.2 101 km
Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 54 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 102 km
May 11, 1998 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M4.5 106 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 65 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 51 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 20 km
Feb 1, 2022 13 km S of Wagin, Australia M4.3 47 km
Jan 24, 2022 29 km NE of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 119 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 101 km
Jan 5, 2022 41 km E of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 105 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 52 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 44 km
Mar 17, 1990 74 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M4.0 120 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 97 km
Apr 20, 1995 97 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 137 km
Apr 20, 1995 100 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.6 141 km
Feb 27, 2005 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M3.6 107 km
Aug 5, 2007 31 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M3.5 85 km
Apr 20, 1995 96 km ENE of Katanning, Australia M3.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in Driest

Kojonup has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and December the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Kojonup

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Bernard’s Catholic Primary School — — — —
Kojonup District High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Kojonup

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Kojonup

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Hotel

Restaurants in Kojonup

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Kitchen

Cafes in Kojonup

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Cockatoo Cafe

Gas Stations in Kojonup

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Gull

Banks in Kojonup

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bankwest
NAB

Golf Courses in Kojonup

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kojonup Golf Club

Airports Near Kojonup

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boyup Brook Airport—Small Airport
Cranbrook Airport—Small Airport
Dumbleyung Airport—Small Airport
Frankland Airport—Small Airport
Frankland Valley Vineyard Airport—Small Airport
Hillman Farm Airport—Small Airport
Katanning AirportKNISmall Airport
Kojonup Airport—Small Airport
Wagin Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Kojonup

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kojonup Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kojonup

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary’s Anglican Church

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 Kojonup

What is the population of Kojonup?

Kojonup has a population of 1,235 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 135.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kojonup expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,803, 64% 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 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kojonup?

Kojonup enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kojonup?

The job market in Kojonup is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $515. There are 117 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kojonup?

The median home value in Kojonup is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 64.4%.

Nearby Cities

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