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Waggrakine, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Waggrakine is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,330. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,330 Population 193/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,654 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$25,654 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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About Waggrakine

Waggrakine is an outer northern suburb of Geraldton, Western Australia in the local government area of the City of Greater Geraldton.

People

Population2,330
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density193/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,654
Per Capita$25,654
Unemployment6.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership76.4%
Housing Units932

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Population2,330
Population Density193 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates-28.7188°, 114.6392°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,654
Median Age36.0 years

About Waggrakine

Waggrakine is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 2,330. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Waggrakine has a population of 2,330 with a density of 193 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,330
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
12.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Waggrakine vs Australia Average

The median household income in Waggrakine is $25,654, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,654 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $493, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 221 business establishments.

Income: Waggrakine vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,654
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,654
Avg Weekly Wage$493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)221

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Waggrakine is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 76.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 932 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.4%
Owner-Occupied76.4%
Renter-Occupied23.6%
Housing Units932

Property Tax

Climate in Waggrakine

Waggrakine has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 384 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 18.4° / 31.8° 2.9
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 19.5° / 32.8° 7.1
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 18.1° / 31.4° 15.6
Apr 22°C / 72°F 15.6° / 28.4° 21.4
May 19°C / 66°F 13.2° / 24.8° 54.8
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.4° 74.7
Jul 14.7°C / 58°F 9.4° / 20° 82.0
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 62.0
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 9.3° / 22.1° 34.7
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 11.3° / 25.1° 15.6
Nov 21°C / 70°F 14.2° / 27.7° 9.0
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.4° 4.4
Waggrakine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.2 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7188°N, 114.6392°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.7"
82% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on May 11, 2003.

Jul 8, 1997 77 km WNW of Drummond Cove, Australia M4.3 82 km
Mar 17, 1991 41 km SSW of Kalbarri, Australia M3.8 90 km
Apr 10, 2003 57 km W of Port Denison, Australia M3.3 74 km
May 11, 2003 61 km SW of Tarcoola Beach, Australia M2.5 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 52 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest

Waggrakine has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 58°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Waggrakine

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waggrakine Primary School
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Radio Stations near Waggrakine

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Geraldton 98.1 AAC+ 33 kbps
Radio MAMA community, indigenous MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Waggrakine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Greenough Cafe & Visitor Centre
Oakabella Homestead
Western Australia Museum - Geraldton

Libraries in Waggrakine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Geraldton Library0.0

Breweries in Waggrakine

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Batavia Brewing

Airports Near Waggrakine

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geraldton AirportGETMedium Airport
Dongara AirportDOXSmall Airport
Howatharra AirstripSmall Airport
Lynton AirfieldSmall Airport
Northampton AirportSmall Airport
Taylors Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Valley ViewSmall Airport

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 Waggrakine

What is the population of Waggrakine?

Waggrakine has a population of 2,330 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Waggrakine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,654, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Waggrakine?

Waggrakine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches.

How is the job market in Waggrakine?

The unemployment rate in Waggrakine is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $493. There are 221 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Waggrakine?

The median home value in Waggrakine is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 76.4%.

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