Swansea, Australia

Full City Profile

1.8 /5.0

D Poor

4,964 Population 14/sq mi density

13 ft Elevation 4 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

Overall

1.8 / 5.0

Below average overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.4 / 5.0

$19,232 median income, 6.2% unemployment

Affordability

1.2 / 5.0

$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

Swansea, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$19,232

74% below

$19,232 per capita

Home Value

$186,000

34% below

Median Rent

$930/mo

20% below

Unemployment

6.2%

72% above

Avg Temperature

64°F

345 sunny days/yr

Is Swansea a Good Place to Live?

1.8 / 5.0 — Poor

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Swansea residents earn a median household income of $19,232 , which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,232. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 472 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Swansea is $186,000 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $930/month.

Climate & Weather

Swansea has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 345 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,964

Median Age53.0 yrs

Density14/mi²

Foreign Born9.1%

Economy

Median Income$19,232

Per Capita$19,232

Unemployment6.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$370

Housing

Home Value$186,000

Rent$930

Ownership70.5%

Housing Units1,986

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days345/yr

Rain31.7 in/yr

Elevation13 ft