Port Augusta West, Australia

Full City Profile

3.2 /5.0

B Good

4,380 Population 9/sq mi density

26 ft Elevation 8 meters

59°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$24,336 median income, 5.5% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.9 / 5.0

$120,000 home value, $600/mo rent

Port Augusta West, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$24,336

68% below

$24,336 per capita

Home Value

$120,000

57% below

Median Rent

$600/mo

48% below

Unemployment

5.5%

53% above

Avg Temperature

59°F

339 sunny days/yr

Is Port Augusta West a Good Place to Live?

3.2 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Port Augusta West residents earn a median household income of $24,336 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,336. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 416 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Port Augusta West is $120,000 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $600/month.

Climate & Weather

Port Augusta West has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 339 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,380

Median Age40.0 yrs

Density9/mi²

Foreign Born8.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$24,336

Per Capita$24,336

Unemployment5.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$468

Housing

B+

Home Value$120,000

Rent$600

Ownership58.5%

Housing Units1,752

Climate

Avg Temp59°F

Sunny Days339/yr

Rain14.1 in/yr

Elevation26 ft