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Leonora, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Leonora is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,267. Elevation: 1,263 ft (385 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,267 Population 0/sq mi density
1,263 ft Elevation 385 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
9.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$31,975 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$31,975 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,800 home value, $459/mo rent

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About Leonora

Leonora

Leonora is a town in the Goldfields–Esperance region of Western Australia, located 833 kilometres (518 mi) northeast of the state capital, Perth, and 237 kilometres (147 mi) north of the city of Kalgoorlie.

People

Population1,267
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,975
Per Capita$31,975
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,800
Rent$459
Ownership54.1%
Housing Units507

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Population1,267
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Coordinates-28.8851°, 121.3307°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (230 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,975
Median Age40.0 years

About Leonora

Leonora is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,267. The city sits at an elevation of 1,263 feet (385 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Leonora has a population of 1,267 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,275.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,267
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
4,275.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Leonora vs Australia Average

The median household income in Leonora is $31,975, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,975 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $615, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 120 business establishments.

Income: Leonora vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,975
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,975
Avg Weekly Wage$615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)120

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Leonora is $91,800, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $459 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 54.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 507 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,800
67% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$459
61% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.1%
Owner-Occupied54.1%
Renter-Occupied45.9%
Housing Units507

Property Tax

Climate in Leonora

Leonora has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 275 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.5°C / 85°F 22° / 37° 36.1
Feb 27.9°C / 82°F 20.9° / 34.9° 50.0
Mar 25.2°C / 77°F 18.7° / 31.7° 34.6
Apr 21.4°C / 71°F 15.2° / 27.7° 21.8
May 16.8°C / 62°F 10.5° / 23° 17.1
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 7.4° / 18.9° 21.5
Jul 12.6°C / 55°F 6.3° / 18.9° 19.2
Aug 14.1°C / 57°F 7.2° / 21° 14.6
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 10.3° / 25.1° 7.7
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 14.2° / 29.5° 14.9
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 17.2° / 32° 16.3
Dec 27°C / 81°F 19.7° / 34.4° 21.4
Leonora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 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 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,263 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above Australia avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Area4,275.1 sq mi (11,072.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8851°N, 121.3307°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.1"
76% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.38"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.31"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 56°F (14°C) 0.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Driest
October 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in

Leonora has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 54°F in July to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.4") and September the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Leonora

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leonora District High School
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Gas Stations in Leonora

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Shell

Airports Near Leonora

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leonora AirportLNOMedium Airport
Jeedamya AirportSmall Airport
Kookynie AirportSmall Airport
Minura AirportSmall Airport
Mount Morgans AirportSmall Airport
Murrin Murrin AirportWUISmall Airport
Orient Well AirportSmall Airport
Sinclair AirportSmall Airport
Thunderbox AirportSmall Airport
Yerilla AirportSmall Airport
Yundamindera AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
5
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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 Leonora

What is the population of Leonora?

Leonora has a population of 1,267 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,275.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Leonora expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,975, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $91,800 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $459 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Leonora?

Leonora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches.

How is the job market in Leonora?

The job market in Leonora is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $615. There are 120 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Leonora?

The median home value in Leonora is $91,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $459. The homeownership rate is 54.1%.

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