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South Hedland, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

South Hedland is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 11,046. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
11,046 Population 1,283/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
12.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$47,827 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,827 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,046
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density1,283/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$47,827
Per Capita$47,827
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership27.7%
Housing Units4,418

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population11,046
Population Density1,283 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-20.4066°, 118.6007°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average89°F (32°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation12.1 inches (306 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,827
Median Age32.0 years

About South Hedland

South Hedland is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 11,046. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 89°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

South Hedland has a population of 11,046 with a density of 1,283 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,046
Total Population
1,283
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

South Hedland vs Australia Average

The median household income in South Hedland is $47,827, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,827 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $920, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,049 business establishments.

Income: South Hedland vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$47,827
36% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$47,827
Avg Weekly Wage$920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,049

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in South Hedland is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 27.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,418 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership27.7%
Owner-Occupied27.7%
Renter-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units4,418

Property Tax

Climate in South Hedland

South Hedland has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (31.2°C), the coldest is Jul (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 336 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 31.2°C / 88°F 26° / 36.5° 77.4
Feb 31.1°C / 88°F 25.9° / 36.3° 81.8
Mar 31°C / 88°F 25° / 37° 64.3
Apr 28.9°C / 84°F 22.1° / 35.7° 19.9
May 24.5°C / 76°F 17.6° / 31.3° 20.5
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 14.7° / 28° 30.5
Jul 20.5°C / 69°F 13° / 28° 12.7
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 13.6° / 29.9° 4.7
Sep 24.3°C / 76°F 15.9° / 32.8° 1.7
Oct 27.9°C / 82°F 19.7° / 36.1° 0.4
Nov 29.3°C / 85°F 22.1° / 36.5° 0.8
Dec 30.8°C / 87°F 24.9° / 36.8° 20.8
South Hedland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 89°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 12.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

89°F Jan (32°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Australia avg
January Average89°F (32°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²)
Population Density1,283/sq mi
Coordinates-20.4066°N, 118.6007°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.1"
68% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.62"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 11, 2024.

May 18, 2005 Western Australia M4.6 87 km
Jul 11, 2024 52 km E of South Hedland, Australia M4.4 52 km
Aug 30, 1991 114 km N of Marble Bar, Australia M4.3 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

41 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 3 276 km
2026 Mitchell Category 1 153 km
2025 Zelia Category 4 57 km
2023 Ilsa Category 5 110 km
2020 Damien Category 2 194 km
2019 Veronica Category 4 95 km
2016 Stan Category 1 158 km
2014 Christine Category 3 84 km
2013 Rusty Category 3 114 km
2012 Lua Category 2 153 km
2012 Heidi Category 1 36 km
2011 Bianca Category 1 261 km
2010 Laurence Category 4 232 km
2009 Billy Category 3 290 km
2007 Kara Category 3 193 km
2007 George Category 3 33 km
2006 Glenda Category 4 242 km
2004 Fay Category 4 150 km
2004 Monty Category 3 124 km
2002 Chris Category 4 118 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 89°F (32°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 89°F (31°C) 3.6 in Wettest
March 88°F (31°C) 1.9 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
November 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
December 88°F (31°C) 0.9 in

South Hedland has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 68°F in July to 89°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.6") and September the driest (0.0").

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Schools in South Hedland

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cassia Primary School
Baler Primary School
Hedland Senior High School
South Hedland Primary School
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Radio Stations near South Hedland

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in South Hedland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Daldety House Museum
Don Rhodes Mining Museum

Libraries in South Hedland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Hedland public library0.0
South Hedland Library0.0

Cafes in South Hedland

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muffin Break

Gas Stations in South Hedland

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #1336870261
AU #1336872332
AU #9847433423
BP
Shell Coles Express

Banks in South Hedland

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Shopping Malls in South Hedland

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Hedland Square

Golf Courses in South Hedland

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Hedland Golf Club

Airports Near South Hedland

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Hedland International AirportPHELarge Airport
De Grey Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Malina AirportSmall Airport
Mundabullangana AirportSmall Airport
Port Hedland/Wodgina AirportGYBSmall Airport

Post Offices in South Hedland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
South Hedland Post Office

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 South Hedland

What is the population of South Hedland?

South Hedland has a population of 11,046 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,283 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is South Hedland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,827, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in South Hedland?

South Hedland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 89°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches.

How is the job market in South Hedland?

South Hedland has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $920. There are 1,049 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in South Hedland?

The median home value in South Hedland is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 27.7%.

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