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Roebuck, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Roebuck is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,363. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,363 Population 1/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
25.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$31,873 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,873 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Roebuck

Roebuck is a locality in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. It contains Roebuck Plains Station

People

Population1,363
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,873
Per Capita$31,873
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership81.8%
Housing Units545

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population1,363
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-18.1713°, 122.5012°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (636 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,873
Median Age39.0 years

About Roebuck

Roebuck is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,363. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Roebuck has a population of 1,363 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,155.4 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,363
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
2,155.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Roebuck vs Australia Average

The median household income in Roebuck is $31,873, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,873 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $613, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 129 business establishments.

Income: Roebuck vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,873
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,873
Avg Weekly Wage$613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)129

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Roebuck is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 81.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 545 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.8%
Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied18.2%
Housing Units545

Property Tax

Roebuck has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (31°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Australia avg
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area2,155.4 sq mi (5,582.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-18.1713°N, 122.5012°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.0"
34% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.76"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 17, 2022.

Apr 17, 2022 78 km NW of Bilingurr, Australia M4.4 119 km
May 7, 2011 62 km NE of Roebuck, Australia M4.4 63 km
Apr 12, 2020 90 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M4.3 130 km
Sep 1, 1997 57 km E of Roebuck, Australia M4.3 57 km
Apr 18, 1992 39 km W of Derby, Australia M4.2 124 km
Jan 17, 2004 68 km S of Roebuck, Australia M4.0 69 km
Aug 17, 1990 37 km NNE of Roebuck, Australia M4.0 38 km
Jan 10, 2018 116 km SE of Roebuck, Australia M4.0 117 km
Jan 24, 2005 56 km NE of Bilingurr, Australia M3.8 72 km
Feb 5, 2002 52 km NNE of Bilingurr, Australia M3.5 82 km
Feb 28, 2007 98 km SE of Roebuck, Australia M3.5 99 km
Apr 26, 2006 52 km N of Bilingurr, Australia M3.3 89 km
Feb 7, 2000 91 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M3.2 132 km
Feb 6, 2000 77 km NNW of Bilingurr, Australia M3.2 117 km
Feb 9, 2007 57 km S of Derby, Australia M3.2 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Hayley (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Hayley Category 2 175 km
2025 Errol Category 1 274 km
2018 Kelvin Category 1 157 km
2010 Laurence Category 4 162 km
2009 Billy Category 1 256 km
2008 Ophelia Category 1 267 km
2006 Glenda Category 4 267 km
2004 Fay Category 4 133 km
2002 Chris Category 4 176 km
2001 Sam Category 3 125 km
2001 Alistair Category 1 244 km
2000 Rosita Category 4 33 km
1997 Rachel Category 1 254 km
1996 Kirsty Category 3 175 km
1996 Gertie Category 1 284 km
1995 Chloe Category 4 246 km
1995 Annette Category 3 219 km
1984 Chloe Category 1 296 km
1984 Quenton Category 1 201 km
1980 Enid Category 1 128 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (31°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 86°F (30°C) 7.1 in
March 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in
April 83°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
November 87°F (30°C) 0.4 in
December 88°F (31°C) 3.3 in Warmest

Roebuck has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in July to 88°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and August the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Roebuck

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Broome International AirportBMELarge Airport
Eco Beach AirportSmall Airport
La Grange Bay AirportSmall Airport
Roebuck Plains Roadhouse AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roebuck

What is the population of Roebuck?

Roebuck has a population of 1,363 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,155.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Roebuck expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,873, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Roebuck?

Roebuck has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches.

How is the job market in Roebuck?

Roebuck has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $613. There are 129 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Roebuck?

The median home value in Roebuck is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 81.8%.

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