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Port Pirie, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
13,896 Population 16/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$12,776 median income, 8.6% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$97,400 home value, $487/mo rent

Port Pirie, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$12,776
83% below
$12,776 per capita
Home Value
$97,400
65% below
Median Rent
$487/mo
58% below
Unemployment
8.6%
139% above
Avg Temperature
64°F
336 sunny days/yr

Is Port Pirie a Good Place to Live?

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2.2 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Port Pirie residents earn a median household income of $12,776 , which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,776. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,320 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Port Pirie is $97,400 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $487/month.

Climate & Weather

Port Pirie has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 336 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population13,896
Median Age77.0 yrs
Density16/mi²
Foreign Born15.3%

Economy

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Median Income$12,776
Per Capita$12,776
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$246

Housing

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Home Value$97,400
Rent$487
Ownership42.5%
Housing Units5,558

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
Sunny Days336/yr
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Did You Know?

Port Pirie was founded in 1845.
15.3% of residents are foreign-born.