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Tom Price, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Tom Price is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,313. Elevation: 2,392 ft (729 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,313 Population 116/sq mi density
2,392 ft Elevation 729 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$58,846 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,846 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$27,000 home value, $135/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,313
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density116/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,846
Per Capita$58,846
Unemployment1.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$27,000
Rent$135
Ownership7.9%
Housing Units1,325

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Population3,313
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Coordinates-22.6939°, 117.7931°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$58,846
Median Age32.0 years

About Tom Price

Tom Price is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 3,313. The city sits at an elevation of 2,392 feet (729 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 88°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Tom Price has a population of 3,313 with a density of 116 people per square mile, spread across 28.5 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,313
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
28.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tom Price vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tom Price is $58,846, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,846 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,132, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 315 business establishments.

Income: Tom Price vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,846
22% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$58,846
Avg Weekly Wage$1,132

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)315

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tom Price is $27,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $135 (88% below the national average of $1,163). 7.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,325 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$27,000
90% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$135
88% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership7.9%
Owner-Occupied7.9%
Renter-Occupied92.1%
Housing Units1,325

Property Tax

Climate in Tom Price

Tom Price has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 389 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 108.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 66.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.7
Tom Price has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 88°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,392 feet.

Temperature

88°F Jan (31°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above Australia avg
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Area28.5 sq mi (73.8 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates-22.6939°N, 117.7931°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
62% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.23"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 21, 2022.

Mar 21, 2022 102 km WNW of Newman, Australia M4.4 112 km
Mar 6, 1999 70 km SE of Paraburdoo, Australia M4.0 109 km
Apr 2, 2006 108 km NE of Tom Price, Australia M4.0 109 km
Apr 9, 1991 117 km SSE of Wickham, Australia M3.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

18 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Damien (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Damien Category 2 87 km
2019 Veronica Category 4 256 km
2014 Christine Category 3 75 km
2007 George Category 3 145 km
2006 Glenda Category 3 288 km
2004 Monty Category 3 221 km
2002 Chris Category 4 214 km
2000 John Category 4 99 km
2000 Steve Category 1 267 km
1999 Gwenda Category 2 284 km
1997 Rachel Category 1 223 km
1996 Olivia Category 4 75 km
1996 Kirsty Category 3 211 km
1995 Bobby Category 3 266 km
1992 Ian Category 3 186 km
1989 Orson Category 4 98 km
1989 Ilona Category 2 196 km
1984 Chloe Category 1 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 86°F (30°C) 3.2 in Wettest
March 83°F (29°C) 1.9 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
July 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 86°F (30°C) 1.5 in

Tom Price has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 60°F in July to 88°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.2") and September the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Tom Price

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
North Tom Price Primary School
Tom Price Primary School
Tom Price Senior High School
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Libraries in Tom Price

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tom Price Public Library0.0

Hotels in Tom Price

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Windawarri Lodge

Cafes in Tom Price

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karijini

Gas Stations in Tom Price

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #374251622
Caltex Tom Price Diesel Stop
Coles Express

Banks in Tom Price

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beyond Bank
Westpac

Airports Near Tom Price

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Paraburdoo AirportPBOMedium Airport
BoolgeedaOCMSmall Airport
Karijini National ParkSmall Airport
Mulga Downs AirportSmall Airport
Nammuldi Mine AirstripSmall Airport
Rocklea AirportSmall Airport
Solomon AirportSLJSmall Airport
Tom Price AirportTPRSmall Airport
Wittenoom AirportWITSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tom Price

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Tom Price

What is the population of Tom Price?

Tom Price has a population of 3,313 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 28.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tom Price expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,846, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $27,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $135 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Tom Price?

Tom Price has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 88°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches.

How is the job market in Tom Price?

The job market in Tom Price is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,132. There are 315 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tom Price?

The median home value in Tom Price is $27,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $135. The homeownership rate is 7.9%.

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