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Whyalla Jenkins, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Whyalla Jenkins is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,850. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,850 Population 2/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$33,901 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$33,901 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$149,200 home value, $746/mo rent

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About Whyalla Jenkins

Whyalla Jenkins is a suburb of the city of Whyalla in South Australia. It was named in 1975 and the boundaries were confirmed in June 2000.

People

Population1,850
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,901
Per Capita$33,901
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

A
Home Value$149,200
Rent$746
Ownership58.3%
Housing Units740

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population1,850
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-33.0221°, 137.5127°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation13.9 inches (354 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,901
Median Age33.0 years

About Whyalla Jenkins

Whyalla Jenkins is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,850. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Whyalla Jenkins has a population of 1,850 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,850
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
798.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Whyalla Jenkins vs Australia Average

The median household income in Whyalla Jenkins is $33,901, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,901 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $652, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 176 business establishments.

Income: Whyalla Jenkins vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$33,901
55% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,901
Avg Weekly Wage$652

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)176

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Whyalla Jenkins is $149,200, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 58.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 740 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,200
47% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.3%
Owner-Occupied58.3%
Renter-Occupied41.7%
Housing Units740

Property Tax

Climate in Whyalla Jenkins

Whyalla Jenkins has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 260 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 18.3° / 30.7° 21.3
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 18° / 29.5° 20.1
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 15.6° / 27.4° 14.9
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 12.3° / 24.2° 16.3
May 14.6°C / 58°F 8.9° / 20.4° 20.5
Jun 11.7°C / 53°F 6.3° / 17.1° 29.6
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 5.3° / 17.2° 17.6
Aug 12.3°C / 54°F 5.8° / 18.8° 20.4
Sep 15°C / 59°F 8.3° / 21.8° 24.1
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 11.3° / 24.4° 22.9
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 27° 25.5
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16.2° / 28.5° 27.0
Whyalla Jenkins enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°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 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area798.9 sq mi (2,069.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-33.0221°N, 137.5127°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
63% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.26"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 17, 2024.

May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 118 km
Jun 5, 2010 23 km NW of Cowell, Australia M4.7 95 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 142 km
Oct 15, 2011 73 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.6 147 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 139 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 111 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 100 km
Jul 30, 2010 21 km NNE of Quorn, Australia M4.2 111 km
Nov 13, 1995 30 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.2 111 km
Sep 4, 2011 16 km SW of Peterborough, Australia M4.1 112 km
Jun 14, 2001 56 km N of Quorn, Australia M4.1 143 km
Apr 24, 2017 29 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 113 km
May 6, 1998 near the coast of South Australia M3.7 141 km
Feb 26, 1998 50 km NNW of Cowell, Australia M3.6 75 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 125 km
Apr 12, 2001 30 km WNW of Peterborough, Australia M3.4 96 km
Jul 17, 2006 55 km S of Cowell, Australia M3.4 140 km
Apr 4, 2006 28 km SSE of Jamestown, Australia M3.3 124 km
Nov 29, 1991 46 km N of Quorn, Australia M3.3 131 km
Jul 8, 2007 29 km NW of Jamestown, Australia M3.1 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in Wettest
November 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Whyalla Jenkins has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 53°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.3") and March the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Whyalla Jenkins

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mount Laura Station-National Trust

Libraries in Whyalla Jenkins

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Whyalla Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Whyalla Jenkins

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Whyalla Jenkins

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Augusta AirportPUGMedium Airport
Port Pirie AirportPPIMedium Airport
Whyalla AirportWYAMedium Airport
Cowell AirportCCWSmall Airport
El Alamein Landing—Small Airport
Quorn Airport—Small Airport
Stirling North/Flinders Field Airport—Small Airport
WILMINGTON RESIDENTIAL AIRPARK—Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Whyalla Jenkins

What is the population of Whyalla Jenkins?

Whyalla Jenkins has a population of 1,850 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Whyalla Jenkins expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,901, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $149,200 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Whyalla Jenkins?

Whyalla Jenkins enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.

How is the job market in Whyalla Jenkins?

Whyalla Jenkins has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $652. There are 176 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Whyalla Jenkins?

The median home value in Whyalla Jenkins is $149,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $746. The homeownership rate is 58.3%.

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