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Willunga, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Willunga is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,269. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,269 Population 3/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$26,364 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,364 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,269
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,364
Per Capita$26,364
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership84.8%
Housing Units908

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Population2,269
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates-35.2713°, 138.5542°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (677 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,364
Median Age47.0 years

About Willunga

Willunga is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,269. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Willunga has a population of 2,269 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,269
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
832.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Willunga vs Australia Average

The median household income in Willunga is $26,364, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,364 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $507, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 216 business establishments.

Income: Willunga vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,364
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,364
Avg Weekly Wage$507

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)216

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Willunga is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 84.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 908 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.8%
Owner-Occupied84.8%
Renter-Occupied15.2%
Housing Units908

Property Tax

Climate in Willunga

Willunga has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 492 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.8°C / 73°F 17.2° / 28.5° 18.4
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 16.9° / 27.7° 54.2
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 15.7° / 25.8° 19.7
Apr 18°C / 64°F 13.7° / 22.4° 37.2
May 15°C / 59°F 11.5° / 18.4° 56.4
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 9.2° / 15.5° 61.1
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 8.7° / 14.8° 66.1
Aug 12.3°C / 54°F 8.8° / 15.8° 59.1
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.6° 44.8
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 11.6° / 21.6° 30.1
Nov 19.1°C / 66°F 13.7° / 24.5° 21.2
Dec 21°C / 70°F 15.4° / 26.6° 23.7
Willunga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2713°N, 138.5542°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 129 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 33 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 63 km
Oct 27, 1995 69 km WSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.8 147 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 29 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 102 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 28 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 115 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 138 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 30 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 55 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 35 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake - - 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in
April 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in

Willunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Willunga

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Adelaide 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
ABC Radio Adelaide news, talkback AAC 94 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM adelaide, blues MP3 128 kbps
ABC Triple J (SA) abc, alternative AAC+ 56 kbps
Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM (SA) classical, news AAC 238 kbps
5MBS - MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
Radio Italiana 531 - MP3 192 kbps
Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) 80's, rock AAC 130 kbps
Lofty 88.9 - AAC 24 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
WOW FM 100.5 - AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
5EBI 103.1 FM mix AAC 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) adelaide, blues AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Willunga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gamble Cottage-National Trust
Goolwa Museum-National Trust
Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
James Bassett School-National Trust
Willunga Courthouse National Trust Museum
Willunga Slate National Trust Museum
Winns Bakehouse - National Trust
Winns Bakehouse Museum

Libraries in Willunga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldinga Library0.0
Aldinga Public Library0.0
Flinders University Central Library0.0
Library0.0
Noarlunga Library0.0
Seaford Library0.0
Woodcroft Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Willunga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market
Myponga Markets
Willunga Farmers Market

Restaurants in Willunga

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Our Place at Willunga Hill
Russell's Pizza

Cafes in Willunga

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terre Bar & Cafe
The Green Room
Willunga General Store

Gas Stations in Willunga

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #3604182224

Gyms in Willunga

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Body Align Pilates

Golf Courses in Willunga

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Willunga Golf Course

Breweries in Willunga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kick Back Brewery
Penny Red Brewery..
Smiling Samoyed Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Willunga

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Airports Near Willunga

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
RAAF Base Edinburgh-Medium Airport
Adelaide Parafield Airport-Small Airport
Aldinga Airport-Small Airport
Aldinga private airstrip-Small Airport
Calvin Grove Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Gardens Airstrip-Small Airport
Claremont Airbase-Small Airport
Gawler Airport-Small Airport
Goolwa Airport-Small Airport
Hindmarsh International Airport-Small Airport
Hindmarsh Island private strip-Small Airport
Huntfield Airfield-Small Airport
Lyndoch Airport-Small Airport
Murray Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Penneshaw AirportPEASmall Airport
Rollo's Aerodrome-Small Airport
Rowland Flat Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathalbyn Airport-Small Airport
Woodside Airstrip-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 Willunga

What is the population of Willunga?

Willunga has a population of 2,269 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Willunga expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,364, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Willunga?

Willunga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Willunga?

Willunga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $507. There are 216 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Willunga?

The median home value in Willunga is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 84.8%.

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