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Palmers Island, Australia

Full City Profile

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
564 Population 0/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$23,863 median income, 6.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$176,400 home value, $882/mo rent

Palmers Island, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$23,863
68% below
$23,863 per capita
Home Value
$176,400
37% below
Median Rent
$882/mo
24% below
Unemployment
6.0%
67% above
Avg Temperature
67°F
241 sunny days/yr

Is Palmers Island a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.5 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Palmers Island residents earn a median household income of $23,863 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,863. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 54 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Palmers Island is $176,400 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $882/month.

Climate & Weather

Palmers Island has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population564
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density0/mi²
Foreign Born8.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,863
Per Capita$23,863
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$459

Housing

C
Home Value$176,400
Rent$882
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units226

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
Sunny Days241/yr
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation13 ft