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Roxby Downs, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Roxby Downs is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 4,616. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

4.4 /5.0
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4,616 Population 142/sq mi density
351 ft Elevation 107 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
7.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$59,049 Median Income
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Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$59,049 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Roxby Downs

Roxby Downs

Roxby Downs is a town and locality in the Australian state of South Australia about 511 kilometres (318 mi) north of the state capital of Adelaide. The town has a highly transient population of around 4,000 people.

People

Population4,616
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density142/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,049
Per Capita$59,049
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership29.6%
Housing Units1,846

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain7.4 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Population4,616
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates-30.5631°, 136.8955°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation7.4 inches (187 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$59,049
Median Age30.0 years

About Roxby Downs

Roxby Downs is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 4,616. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet (107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Roxby Downs has a population of 4,616 with a density of 142 people per square mile, spread across 32.6 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,616
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
32.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Roxby Downs vs Australia Average

The median household income in Roxby Downs is $59,049, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,049 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,136, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 439 business establishments.

Income: Roxby Downs vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$59,049
21% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$59,049
Avg Weekly Wage$1,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)439

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Roxby Downs is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 29.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,846 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership29.6%
Owner-Occupied29.6%
Renter-Occupied70.4%
Housing Units1,846

Property Tax

Climate in Roxby Downs

Roxby Downs has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 137 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.4°C / 85°F 21.6° / 37.3° 11.1
Feb 28°C / 82°F 20.1° / 35.9° 14.7
Mar 24.7°C / 76°F 17.1° / 32.2° 7.5
Apr 20.2°C / 68°F 13.1° / 27.4° 9.4
May 15.2°C / 59°F 8.1° / 22.2° 8.3
Jun 11.6°C / 53°F 4.9° / 18.4° 21.5
Jul 11.4°C / 53°F 4.1° / 18.8° 3.8
Aug 13.2°C / 56°F 5.6° / 20.8° 10.5
Sep 17.4°C / 63°F 9.2° / 25.6° 9.5
Oct 21°C / 70°F 13° / 28.9° 13.7
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 16.8° / 33° 11.8
Dec 27°C / 81°F 19.2° / 34.9° 15.0
Roxby Downs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 7.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area32.6 sq mi (84.5 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates-30.5631°N, 136.8955°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.4"
81% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.83"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 9, 2014.

Jun 4, 2014 110 km NE of Roxby Downs, Australia M4.2 110 km
Jun 9, 2014 101 km NE of Roxby Downs, Australia M4.0 102 km
Oct 20, 2003 144 km NNE of Roxby Downs, Australia M3.4 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
October 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Roxby Downs has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.8") and April the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Roxby Downs

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Roxby Downs Area School
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Gas Stations in Roxby Downs

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lavricks Roadhouse and Pizza Bar

Banks in Roxby Downs

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NAB

Shopping Malls in Roxby Downs

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roxby Central

Airports Near Roxby Downs

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andamooka AirportADOSmall Airport
Carrapateena AirportSmall Airport
Olympic Dam AirportOLPSmall Airport
Parakylia AirportSmall Airport
Roxby Downs Station AirportSmall Airport
Wirraminna AirportSmall Airport
Woomera AirfieldUMRSmall Airport

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Meteorites
5
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Roxby Downs

What is the population of Roxby Downs?

Roxby Downs has a population of 4,616 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 32.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Roxby Downs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,049, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Roxby Downs?

Roxby Downs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.

How is the job market in Roxby Downs?

The job market in Roxby Downs is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,136. There are 439 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Roxby Downs?

The median home value in Roxby Downs is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 29.6%.

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