Melton West, Australia

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

8,784 Population 2/sq mi density

459 ft Elevation 140 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.3 / 5.0

$21,497 median income, 7.4% unemployment

Affordability

1.9 / 5.0

$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

Melton West, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,497

71% below

$21,497 per capita

Home Value

$180,200

36% below

Median Rent

$901/mo

23% below

Unemployment

7.4%

106% above

Avg Temperature

54°F

285 sunny days/yr

Is Melton West a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Melton West residents earn a median household income of $21,497 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,497. The unemployment rate stands at 7.4% (106% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 834 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Melton West is $180,200 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $901/month.

Climate & Weather

Melton West has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population8,784

Median Age36.0 yrs

Density2/mi²

Foreign Born26.5%

Economy

Median Income$21,497

Per Capita$21,497

Unemployment7.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$413

Housing

Home Value$180,200

Rent$901

Ownership76.2%

Housing Units3,514

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days285/yr

Rain31.7 in/yr

Elevation459 ft

Did You Know?

26.5% of residents are foreign-born.