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Lake Argyle, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Lake Argyle is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 673. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
673 Population 0/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
30.1 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

Population673
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density0/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 Temp82°F (28°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population673
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates-16.1153°, 128.7368°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation30.1 inches (764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Lake Argyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Argyle 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. Lake Argyle 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

Lake Argyle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lake Argyle has a population of 673 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,570.4 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

673
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3,570.4mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Argyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lake Argyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Argyle 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: Lake Argyle 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 Lake Argyle, 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: Lake Argyle 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

Lake Argyle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.1 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 295 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above US avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area3,570.4 sq mi (9,247.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-16.1153°N, 128.7368°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (30°C) 7.6 in Wettest
February 86°F (30°C) 7.1 in
March 85°F (29°C) 5.5 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.1 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
October 87°F (31°C) 1.1 in
November 89°F (32°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 88°F (31°C) 4.6 in

Lake Argyle has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 72°F in July to 89°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") 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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area3,570.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Argyle

What is the population of Lake Argyle?

Lake Argyle has a population of 673 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,570.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Lake Argyle expensive to live in?

Lake Argyle 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 Lake Argyle?

Lake Argyle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lake Argyle?

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

How are the schools in Lake Argyle?

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

How healthy is Lake Argyle?

The obesity rate in Lake Argyle 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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