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Lake Clifton, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Lake Clifton is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 656. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
656 Population 21/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$21,767 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$21,767 median income, 4.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population656
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density21/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,767
Per Capita$21,767
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership92.6%
Housing Units262

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population656
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.8134°, 115.6856°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,767
Median Age42.0 years

About Lake Clifton

Lake Clifton is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 656. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Lake Clifton has a population of 656 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 30.7 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

656
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
30.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lake Clifton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lake Clifton is $21,767, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,767 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $419, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 62 business establishments.

Income: Lake Clifton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,767
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,767
Avg Weekly Wage$419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Clifton is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 92.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 262 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.6%
Owner-Occupied92.6%
Renter-Occupied7.4%
Housing Units262

Property Tax

Climate in Lake Clifton

Lake Clifton has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 861 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 18.9° / 31.3° 12.3
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 19.4° / 31.4° 10.2
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 18.2° / 29.3° 13.9
Apr 20.4°C / 69°F 15.8° / 25° 49.7
May 17.4°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.5° 108.6
Jun 15°C / 59°F 11.6° / 18.4° 147.3
Jul 14°C / 57°F 10.7° / 17.2° 163.2
Aug 14.3°C / 58°F 11° / 17.6° 137.2
Sep 15.2°C / 59°F 11.8° / 18.6° 113.9
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 13.6° / 21.5° 47.6
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.5° 39.1
Dec 23°C / 73°F 17.3° / 28.6° 17.8
Lake Clifton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 35.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area30.7 sq mi (79.5 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates-32.8134°N, 115.6856°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Feb 5, 2023.

Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 144 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 146 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 139 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 134 km
Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 92 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 113 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 121 km
Jun 12, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.7 143 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 97 km
Apr 15, 2005 10 km SSW of York, Australia M2.5 135 km
Jun 14, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 55°F (13°C) 7.2 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in Driest

Lake Clifton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 55°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (0.5").

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Radio Stations near Lake Clifton

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Perth 6IX classic hits 60s 70a 80s MP3 64 kbps
917TheWave AAC+ 192 kbps
Hellenic Radio Perth MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Lake Clifton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Waroona Historical Society Museum

Breweries in Lake Clifton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Thorny Devil Brewery

Airports Near Lake Clifton

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
Between Lakes Private AirstripSmall Airport
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Collie AirportCIESmall Airport
Dwellingup AirstripSmall Airport
HMAS Stirling Military AirportSmall Airport
Lake Clifton AirstripSmall Airport
MidwaySmall Airport
Murray FieldSmall Airport
Pinjarra North AirstripSmall Airport
Pinjarra Skydiving AirstripSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Serpentine AirportSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport
Wheeler DromeSmall Airport
Wheeler FieldSmall Airport

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 Lake Clifton

What is the population of Lake Clifton?

Lake Clifton has a population of 656 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 30.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lake Clifton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,767, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lake Clifton?

Lake Clifton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.

How is the job market in Lake Clifton?

Lake Clifton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $419. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lake Clifton?

The median home value in Lake Clifton is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 92.6%.

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