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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
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
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

Population11,046
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density1,283/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
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 Age37.5 years

Is South Hedland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Hedland 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. South Hedland 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

South Hedland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 89°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

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 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

11,046
Total Population
1,283
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

South Hedland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

South Hedland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Hedland 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: South Hedland 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 South Hedland, 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: South Hedland 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

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). 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 52 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

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

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").

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 Density1,283/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 37.5 years.

Is South Hedland expensive to live in?

South Hedland 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

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%.

How are the schools in South Hedland?

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

How healthy is South Hedland?

The obesity rate in South Hedland 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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