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Merredin, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Merredin is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,851. Elevation: 1,050 ft (320 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,851 Population 30/sq mi density
1,050 ft Elevation 320 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
12.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,553 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$25,553 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Merredin

Merredin

Merredin is a town in Western Australia, located in the central Wheatbelt roughly midway between Perth and Kalgoorlie, on Route 94, Great Eastern Highway. It is located on the route of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme, and as a result is also on the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail.

People

Population2,851
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density30/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,553
Per Capita$25,553
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership66.2%
Housing Units1,140

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Population2,851
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Coordinates-31.4809°, 118.2745°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation12.6 inches (319 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,553
Median Age40.0 years

About Merredin

Merredin is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 2,851. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Merredin has a population of 2,851 with a density of 30 people per square mile, spread across 96.6 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,851
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
96.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Merredin vs Australia Average

The median household income in Merredin is $25,553, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,553 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $491, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 271 business establishments.

Income: Merredin vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,553
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,553
Avg Weekly Wage$491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)271

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Merredin is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 66.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,140 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.2%
Owner-Occupied66.2%
Renter-Occupied33.8%
Housing Units1,140

Property Tax

Climate in Merredin

Merredin has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 326 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 18.2° / 34.5° 23.0
Feb 25.8°C / 78°F 18.2° / 33.5° 18.9
Mar 23.5°C / 74°F 16.4° / 30.6° 22.6
Apr 19.8°C / 68°F 13.3° / 26.3° 21.0
May 15.2°C / 59°F 9.1° / 21.3° 36.1
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 6.8° / 17.9° 38.1
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 5.7° / 16.7° 46.4
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 5.8° / 18° 41.5
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 7° / 20.8° 26.2
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 10.1° / 25.5° 17.7
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 13.7° / 29.4° 17.9
Dec 24.4°C / 76°F 16.2° / 32.5° 16.6
Merredin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area96.6 sq mi (250.1 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates-31.4809°N, 118.2745°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.6"
67% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.81"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

104 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 27, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 123 km
Mar 5, 2002 113 km E of Moora, Australia M4.8 149 km
Sep 28, 2001 133 km E of Moora, Australia M4.7 141 km
Aug 18, 2024 62 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 62 km
Mar 23, 2002 117 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 149 km
Mar 27, 1997 37 km W of Merredin, Australia M4.6 38 km
Mar 5, 2009 149 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 149 km
Mar 5, 2002 129 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 130 km
Jan 3, 2017 98 km N of Merredin, Australia M4.5 99 km
Aug 18, 2024 70 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.4 71 km
Sep 15, 2019 133 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.4 134 km
Jan 31, 2009 147 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.3 148 km
Jun 12, 2005 102 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.3 134 km
Jan 31, 2009 146 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 147 km
Mar 27, 2025 57 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 58 km
Jun 30, 2007 107 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.2 133 km
Jun 25, 2009 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 123 km
Mar 16, 2005 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 123 km
Oct 2, 2024 50 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 50 km
Aug 21, 2022 117 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
September 56°F (14°C) 1.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in

Merredin has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Merredin

Institution Type Founded Website
Central Regional TAFE—Merredin College Visit →

Schools in Merredin

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Merredin College
Saint Mary's School
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Radio Stations near Merredin

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Merredin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Merredin Military Museum
Merredin Railway Museum

Libraries in Merredin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Merredin Regional Library0.0

Restaurants in Merredin

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merredin Palace Restaurant
Merredin Sports Bar
MJ’s Food and Coffee

Cafes in Merredin

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dimensions Cafe
Merredin Cinema & Cafe
Wild Poppy Cafe

Cinemas in Merredin

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orana Merredin

Theatres in Merredin

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cummins Theatre

Dentists in Merredin

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aim Dental Group
The Dental Orthodontic Centre Merredin

Veterinaries in Merredin

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merredin Veterinary Clinic & Hospital

Train Stations in Merredin

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burracoppin
Hines Hill
Koonadgin
Merredin
West Merredin

Gas Stations in Merredin

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Merredin
Caltex Merredin
Liberty
Liberty

Banks in Merredin

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
Rabobank
Westpac

Golf Courses in Merredin

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kukerin Golf Club
Merredin Golf
Nokaning Golf Club Inc.

Airports Near Merredin

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bencubbin AirportSmall Airport
Bruce Rock AirportSmall Airport
Kellerberrin AirportSmall Airport
Kununoppin AirportSmall Airport
Merredin AirportSmall Airport
Mukinbudin AirportSmall Airport
Narembeen AirportSmall Airport
Westonia AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Merredin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Merredin Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merredin

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Merredin Church of Christ
Merredin Uniting Church
Saint Mary's Catholic Church
Seventh Day Adventist Church

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Meteorites
4
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Merredin

What is the population of Merredin?

Merredin has a population of 2,851 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 96.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Merredin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,553, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Merredin?

Merredin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches.

How is the job market in Merredin?

Merredin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $491. There are 271 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Merredin?

The median home value in Merredin is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 66.2%.

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