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Macarthur, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Macarthur is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 1,402. Elevation: 2,110 ft (643 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
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About Macarthur
Macarthur is a suburb in the Canberra district of Tuggeranong. The suburb is named after John Macarthur, one of the founders of Australia's Merino wool industry. It was gazetted on 22 March 1982 and first settled in 1983. The wool industry is the theme for street names. The suburb has an area of 1.27 km2. It is next to the suburbs of Fadden and Gilmore, and is located north of Isabella Drive.
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| Population | 1,402 |
| Population Density | 2,861 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,110 ft (643 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.4089°, 149.1270° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.0 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,089 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Macarthur
Macarthur is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 1,402. The city sits at an elevation of 2,110 feet (643 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Macarthur vs Australia Average
Income: Macarthur vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $45,089 |
| 40% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,089 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 133 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $293,000 |
| 4% above Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,465 |
| 26% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 90.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.0% |
| Housing Units | 561 |
Property Tax
Climate in Macarthur
Macarthur has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 841 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,110 ft (643 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,861/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.4089°N, 149.1270°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in |
Macarthur has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Macarthur
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Macarthur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Lanyon Homestead | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Macarthur
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macarthur
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Restaurants in Macarthur
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Macarthur
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Macarthur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Macarthur
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Macarthur
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Macarthur
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| Adaminaby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Braidwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bunyan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cabramurra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Macarthur
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
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What is the population of Macarthur?
Macarthur has a population of 1,402 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,861 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Macarthur expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,089, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $293,000 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,465 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Macarthur?
Macarthur has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.
How is the job market in Macarthur?
The job market in Macarthur is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $867. There are 133 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Macarthur?
The median home value in Macarthur is $293,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,465. The homeownership rate is 90.0%.