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Margaret River, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Margaret River is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 7,571. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,571 Population 320/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$28,358 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,358 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Margaret River

Margaret River

Margaret River is a town in the South West region of Western Australia, located in the valley of the Margaret River, 277 kilometres (172 mi) south of Perth, the state capital. Its Local Government Area is the Shire of Augusta Margaret River.

People

Population7,571
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density320/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,358
Per Capita$28,358
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership72.5%
Housing Units3,028

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Population7,571
Population Density320 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates-33.9550°, 115.0760°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,358
Median Age39.0 years

About Margaret River

Margaret River is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 7,571. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet (98 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Margaret River has a population of 7,571 with a density of 320 people per square mile, spread across 23.7 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,571
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
23.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Margaret River vs Australia Average

The median household income in Margaret River is $28,358, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,358 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $545, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 719 business establishments.

Income: Margaret River vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,358
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,358
Avg Weekly Wage$545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)719

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Margaret River is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,028 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.5%
Owner-Occupied72.5%
Renter-Occupied27.5%
Housing Units3,028

Property Tax

Climate in Margaret River

Margaret River has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1040 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 13.7° / 26.7° 14.4
Feb 20.9°C / 70°F 14.5° / 27.3° 7.7
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.4° 27.1
Apr 17°C / 63°F 11.5° / 22.5° 66.3
May 14.4°C / 58°F 9.2° / 19.6° 131.0
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 9° / 17.5° 187.3
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 8° / 16.3° 204.3
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.7° 155.0
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 8.9° / 17.5° 131.8
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 9.5° / 19.6° 57.0
Nov 16.9°C / 62°F 11° / 22.8° 40.6
Dec 19°C / 66°F 12.6° / 25.3° 17.7
Margaret River enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area23.7 sq mi (61.3 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates-33.9550°N, 115.0760°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.58"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 4, 2006.

Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 86 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 5.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 8.4 in
July 55°F (13°C) 8.6 in Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 6.4 in Coldest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest

Margaret River has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Margaret River

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Margaret River Senior High School
Margaret River Montessori School
Margaret River Primary School
Saint Thomas More Catholic Primary School
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Radio Stations near Margaret River

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Margaret River

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Margaret River and Districts Historical Society

Libraries in Margaret River

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Margaret River Library0.0

Hotels in Margaret River

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edge of the forest
Margaret River Hotel
Marri Lodge
Motel Margaret River
Quality Inn Margaret River

Restaurants in Margaret River

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arc Of Iris
Blue Ginger
EK
El Toro
Foodroom
Kappadokia
Katch up
Lime Beach Reloved & Vintage
Miki
Morries
Normal Van
RiverSmith
Southern Crust
Teddis big spoon
Watershed
Wild Thyme

Cafes in Margaret River

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakehouse Lunchbar
Cafe 131
Dôme
Egberts
Goodfellows Cafe
Sidekick Cafe
The Urban Bean
Wyl and Co, Cafe in Margaret River
Yahava Koffee Works

Theme Parks in Margaret River

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Maze'n Margaret River

Veterinaries in Margaret River

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12128958421
Margaret River Veterinary

Gas Stations in Margaret River

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Better Choice - Margaret River
Caltex
Coles
Gull Witchcliffe

Banks in Margaret River

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bankwest
Commonwealth Bank

Breweries in Margaret River

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Brewing Co.
Cheeky Monkey
Rocky Ridge Brewery

Airports Near Margaret River

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Kudardup AirfieldSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Tallinup-Augusta AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Margaret River

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Margaret River

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Thomas More

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Margaret River

What is the population of Margaret River?

Margaret River has a population of 7,571 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 320 people per square mile, spread across 23.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Margaret River expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,358, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Margaret River?

Margaret River enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Margaret River?

Margaret River has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $545. There are 719 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Margaret River?

The median home value in Margaret River is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 72.5%.

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