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North West Cape, Australia

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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).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
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
$29,575 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$29,575 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent

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People

Population560
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,575
Per Capita$29,575
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,028
Ownership79.7%
Housing Units224

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
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 Household Income$29,575
Median Age40.0 years

About North West Cape

North West Cape is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 560. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

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 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

560
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
115.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

North West Cape vs Australia Average

The median household income in North West Cape is $29,575, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,575 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $569, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 53 business establishments.

Income: North West Cape vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,575
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,575
Avg Weekly Wage$569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in North West Cape is $205,600, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 79.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 224 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.7%
Owner-Occupied79.7%
Renter-Occupied20.3%
Housing Units224

Property Tax

Climate in North West Cape

North West Cape has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (30.7°C), the coldest is Jul (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 227 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30.6°C / 87°F 23.1° / 38° 19.5
Feb 30.7°C / 87°F 23.9° / 37.5° 39.2
Mar 29.8°C / 86°F 23° / 36.7° 36.8
Apr 27°C / 81°F 20.4° / 33.5° 14.5
May 22.4°C / 72°F 16.1° / 28.7° 36.3
Jun 19°C / 66°F 13.1° / 24.9° 43.5
Jul 18°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24.6° 17.2
Aug 19.4°C / 67°F 12° / 26.8° 6.9
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 13.7° / 29.6° 1.3
Oct 25°C / 77°F 16.6° / 33.3° 0.2
Nov 26.6°C / 80°F 18.5° / 34.8° 2.0
Dec 29°C / 84°F 21° / 37.1° 9.6
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.3"
70% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.05"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Oct 5, 2024.

Jun 13, 2002 135 km NNW of Exmouth, Australia M4.5 133 km
Jun 26, 2021 120 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.5 120 km
Feb 10, 2020 23 km NNW of Onslow, Australia M4.3 113 km
Oct 5, 2024 92 km WNW of Exmouth, Australia M4.1 83 km
May 15, 1991 141 km S of Exmouth, Australia M4.1 144 km
Sep 24, 2000 59 km SSW of Onslow, Australia M3.3 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 42 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 51 km
2025 Sean Category 3 176 km
2015 Quang Category 3 83 km
2015 Olwyn Category 2 39 km
2011 Bianca Category 2 168 km
2011 Carlos Category 1 189 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 81 km
2006 Glenda Category 3 111 km
2004 Monty Category 3 184 km
2000 Steve Category 1 257 km
1999 Vance Category 4 29 km
1999 Elaine Category 1 294 km
1998 Tiffany Category 4 286 km
1996 Olivia Category 4 214 km
1996 Frank Category 4 79 km
1996 Jacob Category 2 141 km
1995 Bobby Category 3 121 km
1992 Ian Category 3 186 km
1989 Orson Category 4 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Libraries in North West Cape

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Exmouth Public Library0.0

Cafes in North West Cape

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yardie Pool Restaurant

Gas Stations in North West Cape

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yardie Homestead

Airports Near North West Cape

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Learmonth AirportLEAMedium Airport
Exmouth AirportEXMSmall Airport
Wilderness Island AirstripSmall Airport
Yardie HomesteadSmall 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 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 40.0 years.

Is North West Cape expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,575, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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.

How is the job market in North West Cape?

North West Cape has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $569. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in North West Cape?

The median home value in North West Cape is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 79.7%.

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