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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).

3.8 /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
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population2,851
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density30/mi²
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
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 Age37.5 years

Is Merredin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merredin 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. Merredin 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

Merredin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

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 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

2,851
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
96.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Merredin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Merredin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merredin 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: Merredin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Merredin, 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: Merredin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

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). 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 1,050 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

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

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").

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

Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area96.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 37.5 years.

Is Merredin expensive to live in?

Merredin 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Merredin?

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

How are the schools in Merredin?

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

How healthy is Merredin?

The obesity rate in Merredin 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.

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