Northam, Australia

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

6,517 Population 630/sq mi density

509 ft Elevation 155 meters

65°F Avg Temperature 18°C

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$22,071 median income, 6.3% unemployment

Affordability

3.1 / 5.0

$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

Northam, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$22,071

71% below

$22,071 per capita

Home Value

$140,800

50% below

Median Rent

$704/mo

39% below

Unemployment

6.3%

75% above

Avg Temperature

65°F

342 sunny days/yr

Is Northam a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Northam residents earn a median household income of $22,071 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,071. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 619 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Northam is $140,800 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $704/month.

Climate & Weather

Northam has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 342 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population6,517

Median Age42.0 yrs

Density630/mi²

Foreign Born14.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$22,071

Per Capita$22,071

Unemployment6.3%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$424

Housing

Home Value$140,800

Rent$704

Ownership68.9%

Housing Units2,607

Climate

Avg Temp65°F

Sunny Days342/yr

Rain12.7 in/yr

Elevation509 ft

Did You Know?

14.8% of residents are foreign-born.