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Rottnest Island, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Rottnest Island is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 565. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
565 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.8 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

Population565
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 Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population565
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-31.9952°, 115.5404°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation18.8 inches (479 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Rottnest Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rottnest Island 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. Rottnest Island 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

Rottnest Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 352 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Rottnest Island has a population of 565. 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

565
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Rottnest Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rottnest Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rottnest Island 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: Rottnest Island 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 Rottnest Island, 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: Rottnest Island 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

Rottnest Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 18.8 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-31.9952°N, 115.5404°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 62°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest

Rottnest Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 58°F in August to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (0.2").

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 Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rottnest Island

What is the population of Rottnest Island?

Rottnest Island has a population of 565 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Rottnest Island expensive to live in?

Rottnest Island 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 Rottnest Island?

Rottnest Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Rottnest Island?

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

How are the schools in Rottnest Island?

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

How healthy is Rottnest Island?

The obesity rate in Rottnest Island 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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