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Port Augusta, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Port Augusta is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 12,788. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
12,788 Population 25/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$21,463 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,463 median income, 8.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $546/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,788
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density25/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,463
Per Capita$21,463
Unemployment8.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$546
Ownership55.3%
Housing Units5,115

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population12,788
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.4960°, 137.7728°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,463
Median Age39.0 years

About Port Augusta

Port Augusta is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 12,788. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Port Augusta has a population of 12,788 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,788
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
506.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Port Augusta vs Australia Average

The median household income in Port Augusta is $21,463, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,463 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $413, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,215 business establishments.

Income: Port Augusta vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,463
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,463
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,215

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Port Augusta is $109,200, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $546 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 55.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,115 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$546
53% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.3%
Owner-Occupied55.3%
Renter-Occupied44.7%
Housing Units5,115

Property Tax

Climate in Port Augusta

Port Augusta has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (27°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 215 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 19.7° / 34.4° 12.6
Feb 26°C / 79°F 18.9° / 33.2° 14.8
Mar 23.7°C / 75°F 16.9° / 30.5° 15.2
Apr 19.9°C / 68°F 13° / 26.8° 19.2
May 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.4° 18.3
Jun 11.8°C / 53°F 5.7° / 17.9° 25.7
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 4.5° / 17.9° 16.4
Aug 12.6°C / 55°F 5.3° / 20° 14.8
Sep 16.2°C / 61°F 8.4° / 23.9° 18.1
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 11.9° / 27.7° 16.1
Nov 23°C / 73°F 15.5° / 30.4° 21.1
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 17.5° / 32.1° 22.3
Port Augusta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area506.1 sq mi (1,310.7 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates-32.4960°N, 137.7728°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.1"
63% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 1.06"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2025.

Jan 11, 2025 74 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.9 104 km
May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 140 km
Oct 15, 2011 73 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.6 101 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 120 km
Feb 8, 2025 83 km NE of Quorn, Australia M4.3 114 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 115 km
Jul 30, 2010 21 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.2 50 km
Nov 13, 1995 30 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.2 59 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 90 km
Jun 14, 2001 56 km N of Quorn, Australia M4.1 80 km
Sep 4, 2011 16 km SW of Peterborough, Australia M4.1 109 km
Apr 24, 2017 29 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 59 km
Oct 3, 2002 65 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M3.8 93 km
Nov 29, 1991 75 km N of Quorn, Australia M3.7 99 km
Feb 26, 1998 50 km NNW of Cowell, Australia M3.6 127 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 114 km
Apr 15, 2004 81 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M3.5 112 km
Apr 12, 2001 30 km WNW of Peterborough, Australia M3.4 83 km
Nov 29, 1991 46 km N of Quorn, Australia M3.3 67 km
Apr 4, 2006 28 km SSE of Jamestown, Australia M3.3 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
July 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in

Port Augusta has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 10.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.1") and March the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Port Augusta

Institution Type Founded Website
TAFE University — —

Schools in Port Augusta

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Carlton Primary School — — — —
Augusta Park Primary — — — —
Wilsden Primary School — — — —
Port Augusta Secondary School — — — —
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Libraries in Port Augusta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library Port Augusta0.0

Restaurants in Port Augusta

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Indulgences
Pizza Hut

Cafes in Port Augusta

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C Coffee
Mamma Lou's

Cinemas in Port Augusta

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema Augusta

Dentists in Port Augusta

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SA Dental

Train Stations in Port Augusta

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Augusta

Bus Stations in Port Augusta

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greyhound

Gas Stations in Port Augusta

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
BP
Caltex Port Augusta Truckstop
Caltex Port Augusta Truckstop
Coles Express
iOR Diesel Stop
OTR Shell

Gyms in Port Augusta

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24/7 Performance & Fitness

Breweries in Port Augusta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Old Willows Brewery Restaurant

Airports Near Port Augusta

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Augusta AirportPUGMedium Airport
Port Pirie AirportPPIMedium Airport
Whyalla AirportWYAMedium Airport
Booleroo Centre Airport—Small Airport
Carrieton Airport—Small Airport
El Alamein Landing—Small Airport
Quorn Airport—Small Airport
Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport—Small Airport
WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK—Small Airport
Wilpena Pound AirportHWKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Augusta

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Port Augusta Presbyterian Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Port Augusta

What is the population of Port Augusta?

Port Augusta has a population of 12,788 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 506.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Port Augusta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,463, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,200 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Port Augusta?

Port Augusta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.

How is the job market in Port Augusta?

The job market in Port Augusta faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $413. There are 1,215 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Port Augusta?

The median home value in Port Augusta is $109,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $546. The homeownership rate is 55.3%.

Nearby Cities

Port Augusta West 4,380 pop · 1.1 mi Stirling North 2,619 pop · 4.0 mi Quorn 1,190 pop · 18.8 mi Whyalla Playford 2,516 pop · 38.7 mi Whyalla 3,623 pop · 39.0 mi Whyalla Norrie 6,760 pop · 39.3 mi Whyalla Stuart 6,605 pop · 39.3 mi Whyalla Jenkins 1,850 pop · 39.4 mi Port Pirie West 2,612 pop · 48.9 mi Solomontown 1,464 pop · 49.8 mi Risdon Park 3,691 pop · 50.1 mi Port Pirie 13,896 pop · 50.1 mi Port Pirie South 3,809 pop · 50.5 mi Risdon Park South 2,125 pop · 51.1 mi
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