Mermaid Beach, Australia

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

7,410 Population 12/sq mi density

23 ft Elevation 7 meters

69°F Avg Temperature 21°C

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$34,510 median income, 3.6% unemployment

Affordability

2.4 / 5.0

$259,200 home value, $1,296/mo rent

Mermaid Beach, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$34,510

54% below

$34,510 per capita

Home Value

$259,200

8% below

Median Rent

$1,296/mo

11% above

Unemployment

3.6%

0% below

Avg Temperature

69°F

344 sunny days/yr

Is Mermaid Beach a Good Place to Live?

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2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Mermaid Beach residents earn a median household income of $34,510 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,510. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 704 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Mermaid Beach is $259,200 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,296/month.

Climate & Weather

Mermaid Beach has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 344 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population7,410

Median Age35.0 yrs

Density12/mi²

Foreign Born27.1%

Economy

Median Income$34,510

Per Capita$34,510

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$664

Housing

Home Value$259,200

Rent$1,296

Ownership52.2%

Housing Units2,964

Climate

Avg Temp69°F

Sunny Days344/yr

Rain31.4 in/yr

Elevation23 ft

Did You Know?

27.1% of residents are foreign-born.