Meekatharra, Australia — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.2%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population675

Median Age37.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$65,058

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.6%

Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain9.4 in/yr

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	675
Elevation	1,699 ft (518 m)
Coordinates	-26.5952°, 118.4939°
Timezone	Australia/Perth
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Western Australia
Average Temperature	72°F (22°C)
January Average	89°F (31°C)
July Average	56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation	9.4 inches (239 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Meekatharra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meekatharra receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Meekatharra offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meekatharra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 89°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Meekatharra has a population of 675. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

675

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Meekatharra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Meekatharra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meekatharra is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Meekatharra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Meekatharra, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Meekatharra vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Meekatharra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 89°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 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 9.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,699 feet.

Temperature

89°F Jan (31°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)

Annual Average	72.1°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	89°F (31°C)
July Average	56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	9.4 inches
	75% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	1,699 ft (518 m)
Coordinates	-26.5952°N, 118.4939°W
Timezone	Australia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	89°F (31°C)	1.0 in	Warmest
February	86°F (30°C)	1.2 in
March	82°F (28°C)	0.9 in
April	73°F (23°C)	1.1 in
May	64°F (18°C)	1.0 in
June	57°F (14°C)	1.3 in	Wettest
July	56°F (13°C)	1.0 in	Coldest
August	59°F (15°C)	0.5 in
September	65°F (18°C)	0.2 in	Driest
October	72°F (22°C)	0.3 in
November	78°F (26°C)	0.4 in
December	85°F (29°C)	0.5 in

Meekatharra has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 56°F in July to 89°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.3") and September the driest (0.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Meekatharra

What is the population of Meekatharra?

Meekatharra has a population of 675 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Meekatharra expensive to live in?

Meekatharra is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Meekatharra?

Meekatharra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 89°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Meekatharra?

Meekatharra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Meekatharra?

35.0% of adults in Meekatharra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Meekatharra?

The obesity rate in Meekatharra is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.