Whyalla Playford, Australia

Full City Profile

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

2,516 Population 3/sq mi density

95 ft Elevation 29 meters

65°F Avg Temperature 18°C

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$26,060 median income, 4.6% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

Whyalla Playford, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,060

65% below

$26,060 per capita

Home Value

$112,600

60% below

Median Rent

$563/mo

52% below

Unemployment

4.6%

28% above

Avg Temperature

65°F

342 sunny days/yr

Is Whyalla Playford a Good Place to Live?

B+

3.5 / 5.0 — Good

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Whyalla Playford residents earn a median household income of $26,060 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,060. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 239 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Whyalla Playford is $112,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $563/month.

Climate & Weather

Whyalla Playford has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 342 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,516

Median Age44.0 yrs

Density3/mi²

Foreign Born15.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$26,060

Per Capita$26,060

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$501

Housing

Home Value$112,600

Rent$563

Ownership76.8%

Housing Units1,006

Climate

Avg Temp65°F

Sunny Days342/yr

Rain13.9 in/yr

Elevation95 ft

Did You Know?

15.8% of residents are foreign-born.