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Meekatharra, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Meekatharra is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 675. Elevation: 1,699 ft (518 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
675 Population 0/sq mi density
1,699 ft Elevation 518 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
9.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$27,851 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$27,851 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,000 home value, $310/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population675
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$27,851
Per Capita$27,851
Unemployment8.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,000
Rent$310
Ownership40.9%
Housing Units270

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain9.4 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Population675
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Coordinates-26.5952°, 118.4939°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average89°F (31°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation9.4 inches (239 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,851
Median Age33.0 years

About Meekatharra

Meekatharra is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 675. The city sits at an elevation of 1,699 feet (518 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 89°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Meekatharra has a population of 675 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 10,266.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

675
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
10,266.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Meekatharra vs Australia Average

The median household income in Meekatharra is $27,851, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,851 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $536, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Meekatharra vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,851
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,851
Avg Weekly Wage$536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Meekatharra is $62,000, 78% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $310 (73% below the national average of $1,163). 40.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 270 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,000
78% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$310
73% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership40.9%
Owner-Occupied40.9%
Renter-Occupied59.1%
Housing Units270

Property Tax

Climate in Meekatharra

Meekatharra has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.7°C), the coldest is Jul (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 252 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31.7°C / 89°F 24.7° / 38.7° 31.5
Feb 30.5°C / 87°F 23.9° / 37.1° 46.0
Mar 27.5°C / 82°F 21.2° / 33.8° 38.7
Apr 23.5°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29.6° 27.4
May 18.5°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.5° 17.4
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.9° / 20.3° 18.1
Jul 13.8°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20° 17.7
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 9° / 22.5° 10.1
Sep 19°C / 66°F 11.7° / 26.4° 2.8
Oct 23.6°C / 74°F 16.1° / 31° 6.7
Nov 26.6°C / 80°F 19.3° / 33.8° 10.4
Dec 29.8°C / 86°F 22.6° / 36.9° 25.2
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). The city sits at an elevation of 1,699 feet.

Temperature

89°F Jan (31°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average89°F (31°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Area10,266.0 sq mi (26,588.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-26.5952°N, 118.4939°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.4"
75% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.26"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Olivia (1996).

Year Name Category Closest
1996 Olivia Category 2 189 km
1989 Orson Category 1 202 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Meekatharra

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Meekatharra District High School
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Radio Stations near Meekatharra

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Gas Stations in Meekatharra

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
BP
Shell

Airports Near Meekatharra

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Meekatharra AirportMKRMedium Airport
Belele AirportSmall Airport
Karalundi AirportSmall Airport
Koonmarra AirportSmall Airport
Reedys AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Meekatharra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Meekatharra Post Office

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Meteorites
8
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Meekatharra

What is the population of Meekatharra?

Meekatharra has a population of 675 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 10,266.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Meekatharra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,851, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $62,000 (78% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $310 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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.

How is the job market in Meekatharra?

The job market in Meekatharra faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $536. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Meekatharra?

The median home value in Meekatharra is $62,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $310. The homeownership rate is 40.9%.

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