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North West Cape, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

North West Cape is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 560. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
560 Population 5/sq mi density
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
11.3 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

Population560
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density5/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 Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population560
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates-21.9263°, 114.0295°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation11.3 inches (286 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is North West Cape a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North West Cape 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. North West Cape 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

North West Cape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

North West Cape has a population of 560 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 115.3 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

560
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
115.3mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

North West Cape vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

North West Cape vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North West Cape 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: North West Cape 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 North West Cape, 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: North West Cape 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

North West Cape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 11.3 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 302 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above US avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area115.3 sq mi (298.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-21.9263°N, 114.0295°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 1.0 in
February 87°F (30°C) 1.7 in Warmest
March 85°F (30°C) 1.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Wettest
June 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in

North West Cape has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 64°F in July to 87°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and November the driest (0.0").

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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area115.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About North West Cape

What is the population of North West Cape?

North West Cape has a population of 560 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 115.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is North West Cape expensive to live in?

North West Cape 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 North West Cape?

North West Cape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in North West Cape?

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

How are the schools in North West Cape?

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

How healthy is North West Cape?

The obesity rate in North West Cape 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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