Perth, Australia

Full City Profile

3.1 /5.0

B Good

2,907 Population 20/sq mi density

541 ft Elevation 165 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$25,654 median income, 3.5% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

Perth, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$25,654

66% below

$25,654 per capita

Home Value

$157,800

44% below

Median Rent

$789/mo

32% below

Unemployment

3.5%

3% below

Avg Temperature

54°F

301 sunny days/yr

Is Perth a Good Place to Live?

3.1 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Perth residents earn a median household income of $25,654 , which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,654. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 276 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Perth is $157,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $789/month.

Climate & Weather

Perth has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,907

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density20/mi²

Foreign Born7.9%

Economy

Median Income$25,654

Per Capita$25,654

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$493

Housing

Home Value$157,800

Rent$789

Ownership81.7%

Housing Units1,163

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days301/yr

Rain28.1 in/yr

Elevation541 ft