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Muchea, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Muchea is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 930. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
930 Population 11/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$26,127 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,127 median income, 4.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population930
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,127
Per Capita$26,127
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$202,800
Rent$1,014
Ownership91.1%
Housing Units372

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population930
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates-31.5821°, 115.9716°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,127
Median Age47.0 years

About Muchea

Muchea is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 930. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Muchea has a population of 930 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 83.1 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

930
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
83.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Muchea vs Australia Average

The median household income in Muchea is $26,127, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,127 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $502, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Muchea vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,127
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,127
Avg Weekly Wage$502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Muchea is $202,800, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 91.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 372 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,800
28% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.1%
Owner-Occupied91.1%
Renter-Occupied8.9%
Housing Units372

Property Tax

Climate in Muchea

Muchea has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 655 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 16.3° / 33.2° 20.9
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 17.4° / 33.2° 23.8
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 15.5° / 30.9° 17.1
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 11.8° / 26.7° 29.8
May 15.8°C / 60°F 8.8° / 22.8° 70.0
Jun 13.4°C / 56°F 7.3° / 19.6° 108.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6° / 18.1° 125.9
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.6° / 19.1° 117.3
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 7.7° / 20.7° 81.1
Oct 17°C / 63°F 9.5° / 24.6° 32.7
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 12.1° / 28.4° 16.1
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 14.1° / 30.8° 11.4
Muchea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area83.1 sq mi (215.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-31.5821°N, 115.9716°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.71"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 25, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 97 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 87 km
Jun 12, 2005 102 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.3 139 km
Jun 30, 2007 107 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.2 145 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 106 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 131 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 113 km
May 3, 2008 84 km NE of Northam, Australia M3.7 140 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 104 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 107 km
Apr 12, 2005 Western Australia M3.5 148 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 102 km
Apr 18, 2005 95 km E of Moora, Australia M3.2 149 km
Jan 5, 1994 40 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M3.2 136 km
May 9, 2005 93 km E of Moora, Australia M3.2 147 km
Jun 2, 2005 52 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.0 117 km
Mar 25, 2005 74 km NE of Northam, Australia M2.9 127 km
Feb 3, 2004 105 km E of Moora, Australia M2.9 142 km
Jun 13, 2005 96 km E of Moora, Australia M2.8 149 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 6 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 1 243 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 5.4 in
July 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest

Muchea has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 54°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and December the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Muchea

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Curtin Radio - A lifetime of music adult contemporary, music AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Triple J (WA) contemporary, indi AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple M Perth rock AAC 130 kbps
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps
ABC Radio Perth AAC+ 56 kbps
SonshineFM christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Capital Community Radio 101.7FM golden music, golden oldies MP3 192 kbps
Noongar Radio aboriginal, australia AAC+ 32 kbps
SonshineFM Extra christian AAC+ 128 kbps
MyFM Perth punk, ska MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Muchea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bindoon Museum
Bindoon Museum

Libraries in Muchea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bullsbrook Public Library0.0
Duncraig SHS Library0.0
Ellenbrook Public Library0.0
Joondalup Library0.0
School library0.0
Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre0.0
Whitford's Library0.0
Woodvale public library0.0

Gas Stations in Muchea

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muchea BP
Muchea Roadhouse and General Store

Breweries in Muchea

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bailey Brewing co.
Feral Brewing Company
Txoko Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Muchea

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Airports Near Muchea

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Chittering AirstripSmall Airport
Dale River AirportSmall Airport
Glentromie AirstripSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
HMAS Stirling Military AirportSmall Airport
Langley Park AirstripSmall Airport
Northam AirportSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
Rottnest Island AirportRTSSmall 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 Muchea

What is the population of Muchea?

Muchea has a population of 930 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 83.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Muchea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,127, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Muchea?

Muchea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.

How is the job market in Muchea?

Muchea has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $502. There are 88 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Muchea?

The median home value in Muchea is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 91.1%.

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