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Mount Barker, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Mount Barker is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,682. Elevation: 833 ft (254 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,682 Population 14/sq mi density
833 ft Elevation 254 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
23.7 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

Population2,682
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density14/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,682
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Coordinates-34.6308°, 117.6661°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (601 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Mount Barker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Barker 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. Mount Barker 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

Mount Barker enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mount Barker has a population of 2,682 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 188.9 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

2,682
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
188.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Barker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mount Barker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Barker 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: Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker, 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: Mount Barker 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

Mount Barker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.7 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 833 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area188.9 sq mi (489.2 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-34.6308°N, 117.6661°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
February 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 51°F (10°C) 3.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Driest

Mount Barker has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 51°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and December the driest (0.8").

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 Density14/sq mi
Total Area188.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Barker

What is the population of Mount Barker?

Mount Barker has a population of 2,682 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 188.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Mount Barker expensive to live in?

Mount Barker 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 Mount Barker?

Mount Barker enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Mount Barker?

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

How are the schools in Mount Barker?

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

How healthy is Mount Barker?

The obesity rate in Mount Barker 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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