Perth, Australia

Full City Profile

3.1 /5.0

B Good

2,309,338 Population 932/sq mi density

112 ft Elevation 34 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$38,498 median income, 5.4% unemployment

Affordability

3.4 / 5.0

$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

Perth, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$38,498

49% below

$38,498 per capita

Home Value

$225,400

20% below

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

3% below

Unemployment

5.4%

50% above

Avg Temperature

64°F

343 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 $38,498 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,498. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 894 business establishments, including 366 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Perth is $225,400 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,127/month.

Climate & Weather

Perth has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 343 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,309,338

Median Age33.0 yrs

Density932/mi²

Foreign Born49.9%

Economy

C+

Median Income$38,498

Per Capita$38,498

Unemployment5.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$740

Housing

Home Value$225,400

Rent$1,127

Ownership33.1%

Housing Units923,735

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days343/yr

Rain22.0 in/yr

Elevation112 ft

Did You Know?

Perth was founded in 1829.

49.9% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 366 restaurants in the area.