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Onslow, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Onslow is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,157. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,157 Population 16/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
12.1 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

Population1,157
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density16/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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,157
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-21.6376°, 115.1122°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation12.1 inches (308 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Onslow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onslow 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. Onslow 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

Onslow has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Onslow has a population of 1,157 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 71.5 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

1,157
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
71.5mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Onslow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Onslow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onslow 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: Onslow 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 Onslow, 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: Onslow 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

Onslow has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 12.1 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above US avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area71.5 sq mi (185.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-21.6376°N, 115.1122°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (30°C) 1.2 in
February 87°F (31°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 86°F (30°C) 1.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in

Onslow has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 66°F in July to 87°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.9") 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 Density16/sq mi
Total Area71.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Onslow

What is the population of Onslow?

Onslow has a population of 1,157 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 71.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Onslow expensive to live in?

Onslow 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 Onslow?

Onslow has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Onslow?

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

How are the schools in Onslow?

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

How healthy is Onslow?

The obesity rate in Onslow 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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