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Somerville, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Somerville is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 4,426. Elevation: 1,181 ft (360 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,426 Population 2,445/sq mi density
1,181 ft Elevation 360 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
8.2 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

Population4,426
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density2,445/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 Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population4,426
Population Density2,445 / sq mi
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Coordinates-30.7698°, 121.4544°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation8.2 inches (209 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Somerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Somerville 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. Somerville 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

Somerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Somerville has a population of 4,426 with a density of 2,445 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 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

4,426
Total Population
2,445
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Somerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Somerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Somerville 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: Somerville 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 Somerville, 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: Somerville 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

Somerville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 8.2 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 1,181 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.2 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,445/sq mi
Coordinates-30.7698°N, 121.4544°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
February 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in Wettest
June 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in

Somerville has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 51°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.2") and September the driest (0.6").

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 Density2,445/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Somerville

What is the population of Somerville?

Somerville has a population of 4,426 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,445 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Somerville expensive to live in?

Somerville 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 Somerville?

Somerville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Somerville?

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

How are the schools in Somerville?

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

How healthy is Somerville?

The obesity rate in Somerville 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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