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West Toodyay, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

West Toodyay is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 502. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
502 Population 22/sq mi density
443 ft Elevation 135 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
12.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$19,841 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$19,841 median income, 8.9% unemployment
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Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population502
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density22/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,841
Per Capita$19,841
Unemployment8.9%

Housing

D
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units201

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Population502
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates-31.5333°, 116.4167°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,841
Median Age54.0 years

About West Toodyay

West Toodyay is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 502. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

West Toodyay has a population of 502 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 23.1 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

502
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
23.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

West Toodyay vs Australia Average

The median household income in West Toodyay is $19,841, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,841 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $382, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: West Toodyay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,841
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,841
Avg Weekly Wage$382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in West Toodyay is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 201 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied11.6%
Housing Units201

Property Tax

Climate in West Toodyay

West Toodyay has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (26°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 17.2° / 34.7° 21.1
Feb 25.7°C / 78°F 17.5° / 33.9° 16.8
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31° 17.5
Apr 19.4°C / 67°F 11.9° / 26.9° 19.6
May 15°C / 59°F 8° / 22.1° 45.9
Jun 12.5°C / 55°F 6.1° / 18.9° 59.6
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.5° 70.9
Aug 11.6°C / 53°F 5.1° / 18.2° 58.0
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 6.6° / 20.7° 39.8
Oct 17.2°C / 63°F 9.2° / 25.3° 23.5
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 12.4° / 28.9° 16.3
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 15.3° / 32.5° 10.2
West Toodyay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area23.1 sq mi (59.7 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-31.5333°N, 116.4167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.7"
67% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 27, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 57 km
Mar 5, 2002 113 km E of Moora, Australia M4.8 134 km
Sep 28, 2001 133 km E of Moora, Australia M4.7 149 km
Mar 27, 1997 37 km W of Merredin, Australia M4.6 139 km
Aug 18, 2024 62 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 123 km
Mar 30, 2002 110 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 133 km
Mar 23, 2002 117 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 138 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 61 km
Jun 12, 2005 98 km E of Moora, Australia M4.5 123 km
Aug 18, 2024 70 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.4 120 km
Jun 12, 2005 102 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.3 105 km
Mar 16, 2005 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 143 km
Jun 25, 2009 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 143 km
Mar 27, 2025 57 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 129 km
Jun 30, 2007 107 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.2 110 km
Oct 2, 2024 50 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 139 km
Aug 21, 2022 117 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 124 km
Aug 31, 1997 40 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 137 km
Sep 3, 1997 34 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.0 147 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 90 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 1 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
July 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in

West Toodyay has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near West Toodyay

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps

Museums in West Toodyay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Connor's Mill
Old Gaol Museum
Pernechele's Ford Family Museum

Libraries in West Toodyay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Toodyay Public Library0.0

Hotels in West Toodyay

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avalon Homestead

Airports Near West Toodyay

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Beverley AirportSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands AirportSmall Airport
Chittering AirstripSmall Airport
Dale River AirportSmall Airport
Dowerin AirportSmall Airport
Glentromie AirstripSmall Airport
Goomalling AirportSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
HMAS Stirling Military AirportSmall Airport
Langley Park AirstripSmall Airport
Northam AirportSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
White Gum Air ParkSmall Airport
Wongan Hills AirportSmall Airport
York AirportSmall 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 West Toodyay

What is the population of West Toodyay?

West Toodyay has a population of 502 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 23.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is West Toodyay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,841, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Toodyay?

West Toodyay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches.

How is the job market in West Toodyay?

The job market in West Toodyay faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $382. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Toodyay?

The median home value in West Toodyay is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

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