Launceston, Australia

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

90,953 Population 2,477/sq mi density

36 ft Elevation 11 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$29,440 median income, 6.7% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$174,600 home value, $873/mo rent

Launceston, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$29,440

61% below

$29,440 per capita

Home Value

$174,600

38% below

Median Rent

$873/mo

25% below

Unemployment

6.7%

86% above

Avg Temperature

54°F

301 sunny days/yr

Is Launceston a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.9 / 5.0 - Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Launceston residents earn a median household income of $29,440 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,440. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 214 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Launceston is $174,600 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $873/month.

Climate & Weather

Launceston has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population90,953

Median Age41.0 yrs

Density2,477/mi²

Foreign Born25.6%

Economy

C+

Median Income$29,440

Per Capita$29,440

Unemployment6.7%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$566

Housing

Home Value$174,600

Rent$873

Ownership47.5%

Housing Units36,381

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days301/yr

Rain28.1 in/yr

Elevation36 ft

Did You Know?

Launceston was founded in 1806.

25.6% of residents are foreign-born.