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West Rockhampton, Australia

Full City Profile

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,783 Population 6/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,471 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$145,400 home value, $727/mo rent

West Rockhampton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$24,471
67% below
$24,471 per capita
Home Value
$145,400
48% below
Median Rent
$727/mo
37% below
Unemployment
4.8%
33% above
Avg Temperature
73°F
339 sunny days/yr

Is West Rockhampton a Good Place to Live?

B
3.0 / 5.0 — Good
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

West Rockhampton residents earn a median household income of $24,471 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,471. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 169 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in West Rockhampton is $145,400 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $727/month.

Climate & Weather

West Rockhampton has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 339 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,783
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Foreign Born6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,471
Per Capita$24,471
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$471

Housing

B
Home Value$145,400
Rent$727
Ownership65.8%
Housing Units713

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
Sunny Days339/yr
Rain28.9 in/yr
Elevation33 ft