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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
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
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

Income Overview

Median Household Income
$16,089
79% below
US avg: $75,149
Per Capita Income
$16,089
59% below
US avg: $39,052
Unemployment Rate
11.0%
206% above
US avg: 3.6%

Income Comparison: Lightning Ridge vs. U.S. Average

Each bar shows Lightning Ridge’s value as a percentage of the national average (100% line = U.S. avg)

Median Household
US: $75,149
$16,089
21%
Per Capita
US: $39,052
$16,089
41%
Avg Weekly Wage
US: $1,432
$309
22%
Thin line = U.S. average (100%)

Employment & Commute

Avg Weekly Wage
$309
78% below US avg ($1,432)

Business Landscape

Total Establishments
250

Complete Economy Data

Income & Wages

Median Household Income$16,089
Per Capita Income$16,089
Avg Weekly Wage$309

Hardship Indicators

Unemployment Rate11.0%

Commute

Businesses

Total Establishments250

Tax