Pukatja, Australia — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.2%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population513

Median Age37.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$65,058

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.6%

Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain11.8 in/yr

Sunny Days315/yr

Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	513
Elevation	2,228 ft (679 m)
Coordinates	-26.2783°, 132.1334°
Timezone	Australia/Adelaide
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	South Australia
Average Temperature	67°F (19°C)
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation	11.8 inches (299 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Pukatja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pukatja receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Pukatja offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pukatja enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Pukatja has a population of 513. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

513

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Pukatja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Pukatja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pukatja is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pukatja vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Pukatja, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Pukatja vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Pukatja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)

Annual Average	66.8°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	81°F (27°C)
July Average	51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days	315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	11.8 inches
	69% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	2,228 ft (679 m)
Coordinates	-26.2783°N, 132.1334°W
Timezone	Australia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	81°F (27°C)	1.9 in	Warmest, Wettest
February	80°F (27°C)	1.4 in
March	75°F (24°C)	1.3 in
April	67°F (19°C)	0.9 in
May	58°F (15°C)	0.8 in
June	52°F (11°C)	0.6 in
July	51°F (11°C)	0.4 in	Coldest, Driest
August	54°F (12°C)	0.6 in
September	62°F (17°C)	0.7 in
October	69°F (21°C)	1.1 in
November	74°F (24°C)	0.9 in
December	78°F (26°C)	1.2 in

Pukatja has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 51°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.4").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pukatja

What is the population of Pukatja?

Pukatja has a population of 513 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Pukatja expensive to live in?

Pukatja is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Pukatja?

Pukatja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Pukatja?

Pukatja has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Pukatja?

35.0% of adults in Pukatja hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pukatja?

The obesity rate in Pukatja is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.