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Kununurra, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Kununurra is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 4,515. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,515 Population 5/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
33.1 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

Population4,515
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density5/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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population4,515
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates-15.7783°, 128.7421°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (841 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Kununurra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kununurra 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. Kununurra 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

Kununurra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Kununurra has a population of 4,515 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 838.8 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

4,515
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
838.8mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Kununurra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kununurra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kununurra 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: Kununurra 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 Kununurra, 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: Kununurra 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

Kununurra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 33.1 inches. 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 167 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (31°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average82.7°F
53% above US avg
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area838.8 sq mi (2,172.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.7783°N, 128.7421°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (31°C) 8.0 in Wettest
February 86°F (30°C) 7.8 in
March 85°F (30°C) 5.9 in
April 83°F (29°C) 1.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in
October 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
November 90°F (32°C) 2.9 in Warmest
December 88°F (31°C) 5.5 in

Kununurra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 73°F in July to 90°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and August the driest (0.0").

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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area838.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kununurra

What is the population of Kununurra?

Kununurra has a population of 4,515 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 838.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Kununurra expensive to live in?

Kununurra 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 Kununurra?

Kununurra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Kununurra?

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

How are the schools in Kununurra?

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

How healthy is Kununurra?

The obesity rate in Kununurra 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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