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Lower King, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Lower King is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,755. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,755 Population 388/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$24,573 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,573 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Lower King

Lower King

Lower King is a town and locality of the City of Albany in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is located 385 km (239 mi) south-east of Perth; the closest populated town is Albany.

People

Population1,755
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density388/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,573
Per Capita$24,573
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership88.0%
Housing Units702

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population1,755
Population Density388 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-34.9578°, 117.9383°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,573
Median Age48.0 years

About Lower King

Lower King is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,755. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Lower King has a population of 1,755 with a density of 388 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,755
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lower King vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lower King is $24,573, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,573 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $473, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 167 business establishments.

Income: Lower King vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,573
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,573
Avg Weekly Wage$473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)167

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lower King is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 88.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 702 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.0%
Owner-Occupied88.0%
Renter-Occupied12.0%
Housing Units702

Property Tax

Climate in Lower King

Lower King has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 16.2° / 22.3° 19.1
Feb 20°C / 68°F 17.1° / 22.9° 18.2
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 15.9° / 22.5° 38.3
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 13.8° / 21.1° 62.9
May 15.6°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.5° 83.2
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.5° 125.4
Jul 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.8° 123.9
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.2° 126.8
Sep 14°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.9° 103.5
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 12° / 18.9° 62.9
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 13.4° / 20.2° 52.5
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14.7° / 21.2° 32.6
Lower King enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates-34.9578°N, 117.9383°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.76"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 136 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 139 km
May 11, 1998 67 km E of Katanning, Australia M4.5 148 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 86 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 129 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 43 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 132 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in Driest

Lower King has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in August to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Lower King

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Great Southern Grammar - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lower King

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Lower King

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albany Museum of Surfing WA
Albany‘s Historical Whaling Museum
Brig Amity
National ANZAC Centre
Princess Royal Fortress
Western Australian Museum – Albany
Whale World

Libraries in Lower King

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albany Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Lower King

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Golf Courses in Lower King

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Riverview Golf Club

Airports Near Lower King

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albany AirportALHMedium Airport
Cranbrook Airport-Small Airport
Denmark Airport-Small Airport
Lily Dutch Windmill Airstrip-Small Airport
Maitraya Resort Airstrip-Small Airport
Stirling Range Retreat-Small Airport

Post Offices in Lower King

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lower King LPO

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 Lower King

What is the population of Lower King?

Lower King has a population of 1,755 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 388 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lower King expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,573, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lower King?

Lower King enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Lower King?

Lower King has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $473. There are 167 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lower King?

The median home value in Lower King is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 88.0%.

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