Wadeye, Australia

Full City Profile

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,924 Population 2/sq mi density

69 ft Elevation 21 meters

81°F Avg Temperature 27°C

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$6,118 median income, 12.8% unemployment

Affordability

4.1 / 5.0

$28,200 home value, $141/mo rent

Wadeye, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$6,118

92% below

$6,118 per capita

Home Value

$28,200

90% below

Median Rent

$141/mo

88% below

Unemployment

12.8%

256% above

Avg Temperature

81°F

235 sunny days/yr

Is Wadeye a Good Place to Live?

3.0 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Wadeye residents earn a median household income of $6,118 , which is 92% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $6,118. The unemployment rate stands at 12.8% (256% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 183 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Wadeye is $28,200 , 90% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $141/month.

Climate & Weather

Wadeye has an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,924

Median Age27.0 yrs

Density2/mi²

Foreign Born2.5%

Economy

Median Income$6,118

Per Capita$6,118

Unemployment12.8%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$118

Housing

Home Value$28,200

Rent$141

Ownership1.1%

Housing Units770

Climate

Avg Temp81°F

Sunny Days235/yr

Rain60.4 in/yr

Elevation69 ft