Merriwa, Australia

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,759 Population 0/sq mi density

830 ft Elevation 253 meters

62°F Avg Temperature 17°C

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.7 / 5.0

$20,043 median income, 4.7% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.8 / 5.0

$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

Merriwa, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,043

73% below

$20,043 per capita

Home Value

$138,000

51% below

Median Rent

$690/mo

41% below

Unemployment

4.7%

31% above

Avg Temperature

62°F

287 sunny days/yr

Is Merriwa a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Merriwa residents earn a median household income of $20,043 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,043. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 167 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Merriwa is $138,000 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $690/month.

Climate & Weather

Merriwa has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 287 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,759

Median Age45.0 yrs

Density0/mi²

Foreign Born6.7%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,043

Per Capita$20,043

Unemployment4.7%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$385

Housing

C+

Home Value$138,000

Rent$690

Ownership74.2%

Housing Units704

Climate

Avg Temp62°F

Sunny Days287/yr

Rain27.2 in/yr

Elevation830 ft