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Moresby, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Moresby is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 822. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
822 Population 82/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
6.7 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

Population822
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density82/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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population822
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-28.7353°, 114.6724°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Moresby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moresby 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. Moresby 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

Moresby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 356 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Moresby has a population of 822 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 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

822
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Moresby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moresby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moresby 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: Moresby 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 Moresby, 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: Moresby 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

Moresby enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 6.7 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 240 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7353°N, 114.6724°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest

Moresby has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 58°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Density82/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Moresby

What is the population of Moresby?

Moresby has a population of 822 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 10.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Moresby expensive to live in?

Moresby 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 Moresby?

Moresby enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Moresby?

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

How are the schools in Moresby?

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

How healthy is Moresby?

The obesity rate in Moresby 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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