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Moora, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Moora is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,819. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,819 Population 13/sq mi density
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,113 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$25,113 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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About Moora

Moora

Moora is a townsite located 177 km north of Perth in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. At the 2021 census, Moora had a population of 1,591.

People

Population1,819
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,113
Per Capita$25,113
Unemployment5.9%

Housing

B+
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Ownership71.2%
Housing Units728

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Population1,819
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates-30.6400°, 116.0037°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (431 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,113
Median Age42.0 years

About Moora

Moora is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,819. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet (209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Moora has a population of 1,819 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,819
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
139.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moora vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moora is $25,113, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,113 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $483, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 173 business establishments.

Income: Moora vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,113
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,113
Avg Weekly Wage$483

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)173

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moora is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 728 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units728

Property Tax

Moora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-30.6400°N, 116.0037°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 21, 2022.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 149 km
Mar 5, 2002 113 km E of Moora, Australia M4.8 113 km
Sep 28, 2001 133 km E of Moora, Australia M4.7 133 km
Mar 30, 2002 110 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 110 km
Mar 23, 2002 117 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 117 km
Mar 5, 2002 129 km NNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 146 km
Jun 12, 2005 98 km E of Moora, Australia M4.5 99 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 69 km
Jun 12, 2005 102 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.3 107 km
Jun 30, 2007 107 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.2 111 km
Jun 25, 2009 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 140 km
Mar 16, 2005 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 141 km
Aug 21, 2022 117 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 131 km
Feb 25, 2002 121 km ENE of Moora, Australia M4.0 121 km
May 8, 1990 126 km E of Moora, Australia M3.9 126 km
Jun 23, 2002 136 km E of Moora, Australia M3.8 136 km
Oct 1, 2001 114 km E of Moora, Australia M3.8 114 km
Apr 18, 2002 131 km E of Moora, Australia M3.8 131 km
Oct 5, 2001 115 km E of Moora, Australia M3.7 116 km
May 3, 2008 84 km NE of Northam, Australia M3.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 138 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
July 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Moora has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 54°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Moora

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Moora Primary School
Central Midlands Senior High School
Saint Joseph's School
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Gas Stations in Moora

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gull

Golf Courses in Moora

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Watheroo Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Moora

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Airports Near Moora

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Dalwallinu AirportSmall Airport
Glentromie AirstripSmall Airport
Moora AirportSmall Airport
Waddi Bush Camp AirstripSmall Airport
Wongan Hills AirportSmall Airport

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 Moora

What is the population of Moora?

Moora has a population of 1,819 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moora expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,113, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moora?

Moora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches.

How is the job market in Moora?

The unemployment rate in Moora is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $483. There are 173 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moora?

The median home value in Moora is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 71.2%.

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