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Mount Magnet, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Mount Magnet is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 660. Elevation: 1,407 ft (429 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
660 Population 7/sq mi density
1,407 ft Elevation 429 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$23,761 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,761 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$98,600 home value, $493/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population660
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density7/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,761
Per Capita$23,761
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$98,600
Rent$493
Ownership64.2%
Housing Units264

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Population660
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Coordinates-28.0648°, 117.8490°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,761
Median Age43.0 years

About Mount Magnet

Mount Magnet is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 660. The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet (429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Mount Magnet has a population of 660 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 100.9 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

660
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
100.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mount Magnet vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mount Magnet is $23,761, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,761 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $457, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Mount Magnet vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,761
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,761
Avg Weekly Wage$457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Magnet is $98,600, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $493 (58% below the national average of $1,163). 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 264 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,600
65% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$493
58% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.2%
Owner-Occupied64.2%
Renter-Occupied35.8%
Housing Units264

Property Tax

Climate in Mount Magnet

Mount Magnet has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (31°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 253 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31°C / 88°F 23.7° / 38.2° 30.2
Feb 30°C / 86°F 23.3° / 36.8° 41.1
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 20.5° / 33.2° 40.0
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29° 16.2
May 17.7°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24° 12.9
Jun 14.1°C / 57°F 8.2° / 20° 22.2
Jul 13°C / 55°F 7° / 19° 25.5
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 8.2° / 21.5° 14.7
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 10.6° / 24.8° 10.1
Oct 22.4°C / 72°F 14.9° / 29.9° 7.4
Nov 25.5°C / 78°F 18.1° / 32.9° 12.1
Dec 28.5°C / 83°F 21.2° / 35.8° 20.9
Mount Magnet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area100.9 sq mi (261.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-28.0648°N, 117.8490°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.34"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 28, 1992.

Apr 28, 1992 83 km N of Melville, Australia M3.9 133 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 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 0.7 in Warmest
February 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in Wettest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 56°F (14°C) 1.3 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
October 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in

Mount Magnet has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 54°F in July to 86°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.3") and September the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Mount Magnet

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mount Magnet District High School
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Hotels in Mount Magnet

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miners Rest
Outback Gold

Restaurants in Mount Magnet

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Swagman Roadhouse

Gas Stations in Mount Magnet

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Swagman Roadhouse

Airports Near Mount Magnet

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Magnet AirportMMGMedium Airport
Big Bell AirportSmall Airport
Cue AirportCUYSmall Airport
Dalgaranga Gold Mine AirportDGDSmall Airport
Tuckabiana AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Magnet

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mount Magnet Presbyterian Church

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Meteorites
4
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Mount Magnet

What is the population of Mount Magnet?

Mount Magnet has a population of 660 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 100.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mount Magnet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,761, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $98,600 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $493 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mount Magnet?

Mount Magnet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.

How is the job market in Mount Magnet?

Mount Magnet has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $457. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mount Magnet?

The median home value in Mount Magnet is $98,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $493. The homeownership rate is 64.2%.

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