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Wickham, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wickham is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,594. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,594 Population 279/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
8.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population2,594
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,594
Population Density279 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-20.6747°, 117.1378°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation8.3 inches (210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wickham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wickham receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Wickham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wickham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 357 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wickham has a population of 2,594 with a density of 279 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,594
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Wickham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wickham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wickham is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wickham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wickham, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Wickham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Wickham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates-20.6747°N, 117.1378°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 83°F (28°C)
1.9"
Feb 90°F (32°C)
3.0"
Mar 89°F (32°C)
1.9"
Apr 85°F (29°C)
0.9"
May 76°F (25°C)
1.2"
Jun 70°F (21°C)
1.4"
Jul 68°F (20°C)
0.6"
Aug 72°F (22°C)
0.2"
Sep 76°F (25°C)
0.0"
Oct 82°F (28°C)
0.0"
Nov 86°F (30°C)
0.0"
Dec 90°F (32°C)
0.6"

The warmest month is February at 90°F, while the coldest is July at 68°F — a seasonal swing of 22°F. February sees the most rain (3.0"), while October is the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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