Proserpine, Australia

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

3,614 Population 12/sq mi density

56 ft Elevation 17 meters

73°F Avg Temperature 23°C

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

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

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Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$22,578 median income, 5.2% unemployment

Affordability

3.0 / 5.0

$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

Proserpine, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$22,578

70% below

$22,578 per capita

Home Value

$146,400

48% below

Median Rent

$732/mo

37% below

Unemployment

5.2%

44% above

Avg Temperature

73°F

334 sunny days/yr

Is Proserpine a Good Place to Live?

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2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Proserpine residents earn a median household income of $22,578 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,578. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 343 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Proserpine is $146,400 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $732/month.

Climate & Weather

Proserpine has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 334 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population3,614

Median Age42.0 yrs

Density12/mi²

Foreign Born10.4%

Economy

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Median Income$22,578

Per Capita$22,578

Unemployment5.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$434

Housing

Home Value$146,400

Rent$732

Ownership62.8%

Housing Units1,446

Climate

Avg Temp73°F

Sunny Days334/yr

Rain56.6 in/yr

Elevation56 ft

Did You Know?

Proserpine was founded in 1880.

10.4% of residents are foreign-born.