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Wagin, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wagin is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,433. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,433 Population 15/sq mi density
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.9 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

Population1,433
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density15/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,433
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-33.3089°, 117.3433°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation15.9 inches (404 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wagin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wagin 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. Wagin 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

Wagin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wagin has a population of 1,433 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 97.0 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

1,433
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
97.0mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Wagin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wagin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wagin 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: Wagin 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 Wagin, 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: Wagin 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

Wagin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 15.9 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 866 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area97.0 sq mi (251.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-33.3089°N, 117.3433°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
July 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest

Wagin has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 51°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and December the driest (0.4").

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 Density15/sq mi
Total Area97.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wagin

What is the population of Wagin?

Wagin has a population of 1,433 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 97.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Wagin expensive to live in?

Wagin 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 Wagin?

Wagin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wagin?

Wagin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wagin?

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

How healthy is Wagin?

The obesity rate in Wagin 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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