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Roseworthy, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Roseworthy is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 965. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
965 Population 1/sq mi density
404 ft Elevation 123 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$27,344 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,344 median income, 2.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population965
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,344
Per Capita$27,344
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership93.0%
Housing Units386

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Population965
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Coordinates-34.5340°, 138.7502°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (545 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,344
Median Age38.0 years

About Roseworthy

Roseworthy is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 965. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Roseworthy has a population of 965 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

965
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
832.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Roseworthy vs Australia Average

The median household income in Roseworthy is $27,344, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,344 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $526, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 92 business establishments.

Income: Roseworthy vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,344
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,344
Avg Weekly Wage$526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Roseworthy is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 93.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 386 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.0%
Owner-Occupied93.0%
Renter-Occupied7.0%
Housing Units386

Property Tax

Climate in Roseworthy

Roseworthy has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 477 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.4°C / 74°F 15.5° / 31.4° 21.8
Feb 23.1°C / 74°F 15.5° / 30.7° 19.6
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 13.6° / 28.1° 23.9
Apr 17°C / 63°F 10.5° / 23.6° 30.5
May 13.6°C / 56°F 8.3° / 19° 44.9
Jun 10.8°C / 51°F 5.9° / 15.7° 61.9
Jul 10.2°C / 50°F 5.4° / 14.9° 59.5
Aug 10.8°C / 51°F 5.3° / 16.4° 54.9
Sep 13°C / 55°F 6.7° / 19.2° 61.1
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 8.2° / 22.6° 37.9
Nov 18.6°C / 65°F 11.1° / 26° 32.8
Dec 21.4°C / 71°F 14° / 28.7° 28.5
Roseworthy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5340°N, 138.7502°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
44% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Mar 5, 1997 5 km ESE of Burra, Australia M4.8 97 km
May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 113 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 93 km
Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 48 km
Mar 5, 1997 40 km NNE of Burra, Australia M4.0 137 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 62 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 71 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 68 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 69 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 128 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 41 km
Apr 4, 2006 28 km SSE of Jamestown, Australia M3.3 123 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 56 km
May 9, 2001 near the coast of South Australia M3.1 120 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 73 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 59 km
May 2, 2003 26 km ENE of Kadina, Australia M2.9 102 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 133 km
Aug 2, 2004 29 km N of Clare, Australia M2.7 109 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
July 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in

Roseworthy has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 49°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Roseworthy

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Trinity College Roseworthy
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Radio Stations near Roseworthy

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Adelaide 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
ABC Radio Adelaide news, talkback AAC 94 kbps
Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM adelaide, blues MP3 128 kbps
ABC Triple J (SA) abc, alternative AAC+ 56 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
5MBS MP3 128 kbps
ABC Classic FM (SA) classical, news AAC 238 kbps
Radio Italiana 531 MP3 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) adelaide, blues AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) 80's, rock AAC 130 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
WOW FM 100.5 AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
5EBI 103.1 FM mix AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Roseworthy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adelaide Tramway Museum
Bagot's Fortune Mining Museum
Barossa Museum
Bowdens Cottage
Gawler Old Telegraph Museum-National Trust
Greenock Aviation Museum
Kapunda Museum
National Military Vehicle Museum
Roseworthy Agricultural Museum
Salisbury Water Wheel Museum

Libraries in Roseworthy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adelaide Plains Library - Two Wells0.0
Eastick0.0
Gawler Public Library0.0
Kapunda Library0.0
Len Beadell (Salisbury) Library0.0
Lyndoch Library0.0
Playford Civic Centre Library0.0
Playford Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Tanunda Library0.0

Gas Stations in Roseworthy

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AM/PM Roseworthy
AU #12273543760

Breweries in Roseworthy

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barossa Valley Brewing
Ministry of Beer
Rehn Bier Brewery

Airports Near Roseworthy

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
RAAF Base EdinburghMedium Airport
Adelaide Parafield AirportSmall Airport
Balaklava AirportSmall Airport
Calvin Grove AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Gardens AirstripSmall Airport
Claremont AirbaseSmall Airport
Farrell Flat AirportSmall Airport
Gawler AirportSmall Airport
Hoyleton AirbaseSmall Airport
Huntfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Kapunda AirportSmall Airport
Lochiel AirfieldSmall Airport
Lower Light AirportSmall Airport
Lyndoch AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Rowland Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Sedan AirfieldSmall Airport
Snowtown AirportSmall Airport
Steinfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Stonefield GlidingSmall Airport
Truro Flat AirparkSmall Airport
Woodside AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Roseworthy

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Salisbury Primary Health Care Services

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Roseworthy

What is the population of Roseworthy?

Roseworthy has a population of 965 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Roseworthy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,344, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Roseworthy?

Roseworthy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.

How is the job market in Roseworthy?

The job market in Roseworthy is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $526. There are 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Roseworthy?

The median home value in Roseworthy is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 93.0%.

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