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Rockhampton, Australia

Full City Profile

4.4 /5.0
A Great
81,021 Population 277/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Strong
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

Rockhampton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$65,058
13% below
$65,058 per capita
Home Value
$140,800
50% below
Median Rent
$704/mo
39% below
Unemployment
4.1%
14% above
Avg Temperature
73°F
339 sunny days/yr

Is Rockhampton a Good Place to Live?

A
4.4 / 5.0 — Great
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Rockhampton residents earn a median household income of $65,058 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 95 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Rockhampton is $140,800 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $704/month.

Climate & Weather

Rockhampton has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 339 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population81,021
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density277/mi²
Foreign Born30.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units32,408

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
Sunny Days339/yr
Rain28.9 in/yr
Elevation43 ft

Did You Know?

30.0% of residents are foreign-born.