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Roebourne, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Roebourne is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 989. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
989 Population 15/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
11.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population989
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density15/mi²
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population989
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-20.7723°, 117.1465°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average91°F (33°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation11.7 inches (298 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Roebourne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roebourne 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. Roebourne 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

Roebourne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 91°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Roebourne has a population of 989 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles. 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

989
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
67.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Roebourne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Roebourne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roebourne 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: Roebourne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Roebourne, 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: Roebourne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Roebourne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 91°F in January while summers reach 69°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 11.7 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

91°F Jan (33°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average91°F (33°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-20.7723°N, 117.1465°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 91°F (33°C) 1.9 in Warmest
February 90°F (32°C) 3.0 in Wettest
March 89°F (32°C) 1.9 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 76°F (25°C) 1.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
November 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
December 90°F (32°C) 0.6 in

Roebourne has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 69°F in July to 91°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and October the driest (0.0").

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

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area67.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Roebourne

What is the population of Roebourne?

Roebourne has a population of 989 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Roebourne expensive to live in?

Roebourne 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 Roebourne?

Roebourne has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 91°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Roebourne?

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

How are the schools in Roebourne?

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

How healthy is Roebourne?

The obesity rate in Roebourne 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.

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