Wonthaggi, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

4,784 Population 7/sq mi density

121 ft Elevation 37 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$17,407 median income, 5.2% unemployment

Affordability

1.7 / 5.0

$152,000 home value, $760/mo rent

Wonthaggi, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$17,407

77% below

$17,407 per capita

Home Value

$152,000

46% below

Median Rent

$760/mo

35% below

Unemployment

5.2%

44% above

Avg Temperature

58°F

291 sunny days/yr

Is Wonthaggi a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 - Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Wonthaggi residents earn a median household income of $17,407 , which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,407. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 454 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Wonthaggi is $152,000 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $760/month.

Climate & Weather

Wonthaggi has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,784

Median Age55.0 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born14.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$17,407

Per Capita$17,407

Unemployment5.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$335

Housing

Home Value$152,000

Rent$760

Ownership69.8%

Housing Units1,914

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days291/yr

Rain39.2 in/yr

Elevation121 ft

Did You Know?

14.5% of residents are foreign-born.