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Whyalla Stuart, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Whyalla Stuart is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 6,605. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,605 Population 8/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$16,968 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,968 median income, 11.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$90,200 home value, $451/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,605
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,968
Per Capita$16,968
Unemployment11.3%

Housing

B+
Home Value$90,200
Rent$451
Ownership49.3%
Housing Units2,642

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population6,605
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates-33.0249°, 137.5247°
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$16,968
Median Age41.0 years

About Whyalla Stuart

Whyalla Stuart is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 6,605. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 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 Stuart has a population of 6,605 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,605
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
798.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Whyalla Stuart vs Australia Average

The median household income in Whyalla Stuart is $16,968, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,968 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $326, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 627 business establishments.

Income: Whyalla Stuart vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,968
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,968
Avg Weekly Wage$326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)627

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Whyalla Stuart is $90,200, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $451 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 49.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,642 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,200
68% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$451
61% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership49.3%
Owner-Occupied49.3%
Renter-Occupied50.7%
Housing Units2,642

Property Tax

Climate in Whyalla Stuart

Whyalla Stuart 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 Stuart 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 62 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

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area798.9 sq mi (2,069.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-33.0249°N, 137.5247°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 M4.8 116 km
Jun 5, 2010 23 km NW of Cowell, Australia M4.7 96 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 141 km
Oct 15, 2011 73 km E of Quorn, Australia M4.6 146 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 138 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 110 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 99 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 M4.1 111 km
Jun 14, 2001 56 km N of Quorn, Australia M4.1 143 km
Apr 24, 2017 29 km ENE of Quorn, Australia M4.0 112 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 76 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 124 km
Apr 12, 2001 30 km WNW of Peterborough, Australia M3.4 95 km
Jul 17, 2006 55 km S of Cowell, Australia M3.4 140 km
Apr 4, 2006 28 km SSE of Jamestown, Australia M3.3 123 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 84 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 Stuart 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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Schools in Whyalla Stuart

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Samaritan College - - - -
Fisk Street Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Whyalla Stuart

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mount Laura Station-National Trust

Libraries in Whyalla Stuart

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Whyalla Library0.0

Restaurants in Whyalla Stuart

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lam Inn
Pizza Hut
Vegas

Clinics in Whyalla Stuart

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Physio and Sports Injury Clinic

Veterinaries in Whyalla Stuart

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whyalla Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Whyalla Stuart

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OTR Whyalla McRitchie

Banks in Whyalla Stuart

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Beyond bank

Gyms in Whyalla Stuart

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Stadiums & Teams in Whyalla Stuart

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Whyalla Stuart

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whyalla Stuart

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gospel Hall
Our Lady of Help Christians Church
Whyalla Presbyterian Church

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 Stuart

What is the population of Whyalla Stuart?

Whyalla Stuart has a population of 6,605 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Whyalla Stuart expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,968, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,200 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $451 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Whyalla Stuart?

Whyalla Stuart 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 Stuart?

The job market in Whyalla Stuart faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $326. There are 627 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Whyalla Stuart?

The median home value in Whyalla Stuart is $90,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $451. The homeownership rate is 49.3%.

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