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Port Augusta, Australia

Full City Profile

3.0 /5.0
B Good
12,788 Population 25/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
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

Port Augusta, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$21,463
71% below
$21,463 per capita
Home Value
$109,200
61% below
Median Rent
$546/mo
53% below
Unemployment
8.1%
125% above
Avg Temperature
59°F
339 sunny days/yr

Is Port Augusta a Good Place to Live?

B
3.0 / 5.0 — Good
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Port Augusta residents earn a median household income of $21,463 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,463. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,215 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Port Augusta is $109,200 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $546/month.

Climate & Weather

Port Augusta 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

Population12,788
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density25/mi²
Foreign Born10.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,463
Per Capita$21,463
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Housing

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
Sunny Days339/yr
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation36 ft

Did You Know?

10.3% of residents are foreign-born.