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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).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
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
$46,847 Median Income
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Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,847 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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About Onslow

Onslow

Onslow is a coastal town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, 1,386 kilometres (861 mi) north of Perth. It had a population of 829 people as at 2021 and is located within the Shire of Ashburton local government area.

People

Population1,157
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$46,847
Per Capita$46,847
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership28.0%
Housing Units463

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
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 Household Income$46,847
Median Age35.0 years

About Onslow

Onslow is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,157. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

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 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,157
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
71.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Onslow vs Australia Average

The median household income in Onslow is $46,847, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,847 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 110 business establishments.

Income: Onslow vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$46,847
38% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$46,847
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)110

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Onslow is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 28.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 463 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, 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

Homeownership28.0%
Owner-Occupied28.0%
Renter-Occupied72.0%
Housing Units463

Property Tax

Climate in Onslow

Onslow has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jan (30.2°C), the coldest is Jul (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 324 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30.2°C / 86°F 24.9° / 35.4° 32.1
Feb 29.9°C / 86°F 25.2° / 34.6° 91.8
Mar 29.6°C / 85°F 24.2° / 35.1° 45.1
Apr 27.4°C / 81°F 22° / 32.9° 21.4
May 24°C / 75°F 18.6° / 29.3° 49.9
Jun 20.4°C / 69°F 15.1° / 25.8° 47.4
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 14° / 25.4° 18.3
Aug 20.3°C / 69°F 14° / 26.6° 4.2
Sep 22°C / 72°F 15.5° / 28.6° 1.4
Oct 25.1°C / 77°F 18.3° / 31.9° 0.8
Nov 26.4°C / 80°F 20.2° / 32.7° 1.2
Dec 28.5°C / 83°F 22.7° / 34.3° 10.5
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.1"
68% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.91"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 10, 2020.

Feb 10, 2020 23 km NNW of Onslow, Australia M4.3 24 km
Mar 19, 2005 127 km W of Dampier, Australia M3.7 137 km
Sep 24, 2000 59 km SSW of Onslow, Australia M3.3 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 130 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 65 km
2025 Sean Category 2 176 km
2020 Damien Category 2 193 km
2019 Veronica Category 4 293 km
2015 Quang Category 3 161 km
2015 Olwyn Category 2 125 km
2014 Christine Category 3 196 km
2011 Bianca Category 2 197 km
2011 Carlos Category 1 300 km
2008 Nicholas Category 1 178 km
2006 Glenda Category 3 7 km
2004 Monty Category 3 78 km
2000 John Category 4 269 km
2000 Steve Category 1 146 km
1999 Vance Category 4 75 km
1998 Tiffany Category 4 272 km
1996 Olivia Category 4 101 km
1996 Frank Category 4 156 km
1996 Jacob Category 2 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Onslow

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Onslow Primary School
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Radio Stations near Onslow

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Onslow

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Onslow Visitors Centre and Museum

Hotels in Onslow

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Onslow Sun Chalets and Motel

Restaurants in Onslow

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Onslow Beach Club

Monuments in Onslow

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

War Memorial

Gas Stations in Onslow

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #694077932
AU #698192991

Stadiums & Teams in Onslow

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Onslow

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minderoo Station AirportSmall Airport
Onslow AirportONSSmall Airport
Thevenard Island AirportSmall Airport
Wilderness Island AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Onslow

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Onslow

Churches & Religious Organizations in Onslow

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Nicholas Church

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 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 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Onslow expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,847, 38% 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 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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.

How is the job market in Onslow?

Onslow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 110 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Onslow?

The median home value in Onslow is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 28.0%.

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