Newman, Australia — City Data & Statistics

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

Population12,316

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density1/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 Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain11.7 in/yr

Sunny Days315/yr

Elevation1,781 ft (543 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	12,316
Population Density	1 / sq mi
Elevation	1,781 ft (543 m)
Coordinates	-23.3564°, 119.7355°
Timezone	Australia/Perth
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Western Australia
Average Temperature	75°F (24°C)
January Average	90°F (32°C)
July Average	58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	11.7 inches (297 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Newman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newman 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. Newman 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

Newman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 90°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Newman has a population of 12,316 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 10,822.9 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

12,316

Total Population

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

10,822.9mi²

Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Newman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Newman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newman 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: Newman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Newman, 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: Newman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Newman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 90°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.7 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 1,781 feet.

Temperature

90°F Jan (32°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	75.2°F
	39% above US avg
January Average	90°F (32°C)
July Average	58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	11.7 inches
	69% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	1,781 ft (543 m)
Area	10,822.9 sq mi (28,031.3 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	-23.3564°N, 119.7355°W
Timezone	Australia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	90°F (32°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
February	87°F (31°C)	3.0 in	Wettest
March	84°F (29°C)	1.6 in
April	77°F (25°C)	0.8 in
May	67°F (19°C)	0.9 in
June	60°F (16°C)	0.9 in
July	58°F (15°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
August	62°F (17°C)	0.4 in
September	69°F (21°C)	0.2 in
October	77°F (25°C)	0.1 in	Driest
November	83°F (28°C)	0.4 in
December	88°F (31°C)	1.1 in

Newman has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 58°F in July to 90°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and October the driest (0.1").

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 Density	1/sq mi
Total Area	10,822.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Newman

What is the population of Newman?

Newman has a population of 12,316 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 10,822.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Newman expensive to live in?

Newman 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 Newman?

Newman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 90°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Newman?

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

How are the schools in Newman?

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

How healthy is Newman?

The obesity rate in Newman 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.