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Nickol, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Nickol is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 4,650. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,650 Population 4,009/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
8.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$56,176 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,176 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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About Nickol



Nickol Bay is a bay between the Burrup Peninsula and Dixon Island, on the Pilbara coast in Western Australia.

People

Population4,650
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density4,009/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,176
Per Capita$56,176
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership25.0%
Housing Units1,860

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population4,650
Population Density4,009 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-20.7456°, 116.7954°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation8.3 inches (210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$56,176
Median Age31.0 years

About Nickol

Nickol is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 4,650. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Nickol has a population of 4,650 with a density of 4,009 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,650
Total Population
4,009
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below Australia avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nickol vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nickol is $56,176, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,176 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,080, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 442 business establishments.

Income: Nickol vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$56,176
25% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$56,176
Avg Weekly Wage$1,080

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)442

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nickol is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 25.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,860 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership25.0%
Owner-Occupied25.0%
Renter-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units1,860

Property Tax

Climate in Nickol

Nickol has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.6°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 313 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31.6°C / 89°F 27.1° / 36.2° 63.3
Feb 31.5°C / 89°F 26.9° / 36.1° 81.2
Mar 31.3°C / 88°F 26.2° / 36.4° 56.8
Apr 28.9°C / 84°F 23.2° / 34.6° 15.2
May 24.2°C / 76°F 18.3° / 30.2° 28.5
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 15.2° / 26.6° 38.3
Jul 20.3°C / 69°F 13.9° / 26.7° 10.6
Aug 21.4°C / 71°F 14.5° / 28.4° 1.7
Sep 24.2°C / 76°F 17.1° / 31.2° 1.1
Oct 27.6°C / 82°F 20.9° / 34.4° 0.1
Nov 29.2°C / 85°F 23.2° / 35.2° 2.0
Dec 30.8°C / 87°F 25.7° / 36° 14.6
Nickol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density4,009/sq mi
Coordinates-20.7456°N, 116.7954°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.3"
78% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.72"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2005.

Mar 19, 2005 127 km W of Dampier, Australia M3.7 138 km
Feb 4, 2003 31 km SSE of Wickham, Australia M3.5 51 km
Apr 9, 1991 117 km SSE of Wickham, Australia M3.5 130 km
May 12, 2004 100 km NNE of Dampier, Australia M3.3 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

40 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 194 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 73 km
2025 Zelia Category 4 218 km
2025 Sean Category 1 257 km
2023 Ilsa Category 5 278 km
2020 Damien Category 2 11 km
2019 Veronica Category 4 92 km
2015 Olwyn Category 1 248 km
2014 Christine Category 3 51 km
2013 Rusty Category 3 290 km
2012 Heidi Category 1 211 km
2011 Bianca Category 1 166 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 284 km
2007 Kara Category 3 234 km
2007 George Category 3 198 km
2006 Glenda Category 4 95 km
2004 Monty Category 3 120 km
2002 Chris Category 2 285 km
2000 John Category 4 69 km
2000 Steve Category 1 34 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 1.2 in
February 89°F (32°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 89°F (31°C) 1.7 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
November 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
December 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in

Nickol has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 68°F in July to 89°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.7") and October the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Nickol

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tambrey Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nickol

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Classic - MP3 128 kbps
FreoCast community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Nickol

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Six Mile Railway Museum

Libraries in Nickol

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Karratha Public Library0.0

Bus Stations in Nickol

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karratha Mine Site Bus Transfer

Gas Stations in Nickol

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP

Airports Near Nickol

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karratha AirportKTAMedium Airport
Cape Preston Airport-Small Airport
Fortescue River Airport-Small Airport
Roebourne AirportRBUSmall 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 Nickol

What is the population of Nickol?

Nickol has a population of 4,650 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,009 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nickol expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,176, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Nickol?

Nickol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches.

How is the job market in Nickol?

Nickol has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,080. There are 442 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nickol?

The median home value in Nickol is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 25.0%.

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