Lightning Ridge, Australia

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

2,636 Population 0/sq mi density

489 ft Elevation 149 meters

69°F Avg Temperature 20°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$16,089 median income, 11.0% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

Lightning Ridge, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$16,089

79% below

$16,089 per capita

Home Value

$112,600

60% below

Median Rent

$563/mo

52% below

Unemployment

11.0%

206% above

Avg Temperature

69°F

304 sunny days/yr

Is Lightning Ridge a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Lightning Ridge residents earn a median household income of $16,089 , which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,089. The unemployment rate stands at 11.0% (206% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 250 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Lightning Ridge is $112,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $563/month.

Climate & Weather

Lightning Ridge has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,636

Median Age53.0 yrs

Density0/mi²

Foreign Born15.2%

Economy

Median Income$16,089

Per Capita$16,089

Unemployment11.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$309

Housing

C+

Home Value$112,600

Rent$563

Ownership68.0%

Housing Units1,054

Climate

Avg Temp69°F

Sunny Days304/yr

Rain17.7 in/yr

Elevation489 ft

Did You Know?

15.2% of residents are foreign-born.