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Yakamia, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Yakamia is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 2,760. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,760 Population 2,173/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$21,362 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,362 median income, 4.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Yakamia

Yakamia is an inner suburb of Albany. The suburb was created in the 1970s, and was gazetted in 1979. The name is believed to be a Noongar word meaning "sister to a small creek".

People

Population2,760
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density2,173/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,362
Per Capita$21,362
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

D
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units1,104

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population2,760
Population Density2,173 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates-35.0039°, 117.8783°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,362
Median Age46.0 years

About Yakamia

Yakamia is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 2,760. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Yakamia has a population of 2,760 with a density of 2,173 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,760
Total Population
2,173
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yakamia vs Australia Average

The median household income in Yakamia is $21,362, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,362 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $411, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 262 business establishments.

Income: Yakamia vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,362
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,362
Avg Weekly Wage$411

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)262

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yakamia is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,104 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units1,104

Property Tax

Climate in Yakamia

Yakamia has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 16.2° / 22.3° 19.1
Feb 20°C / 68°F 17.1° / 22.9° 18.2
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 15.9° / 22.5° 38.3
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 13.8° / 21.1° 62.9
May 15.6°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.5° 83.2
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.5° 125.4
Jul 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.8° 123.9
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.2° 126.8
Sep 14°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.9° 103.5
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 12° / 18.9° 62.9
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 13.4° / 20.2° 52.5
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14.7° / 21.2° 32.6
Yakamia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,173/sq mi
Coordinates-35.0039°N, 117.8783°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.59"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 142 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 145 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 89 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 131 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 46 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 132 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Driest

Yakamia has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in August to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and December the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Yakamia

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
John Calvin School Albany - - - -
Bethel Christian School - - - -
Yakamia Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Yakamia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albany Museum of Surfing WA
Albany‘s Historical Whaling Museum
Brig Amity
National ANZAC Centre
Princess Royal Fortress
Western Australian Museum – Albany
Whale World

Libraries in Yakamia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albany Public Library0.0

Cafes in Yakamia

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Zhivago

Gas Stations in Yakamia

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Petro

Shopping Malls in Yakamia

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

North Road Shopping Centre

Airports Near Yakamia

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albany AirportALHMedium Airport
Cranbrook Airport-Small Airport
Denmark Airport-Small Airport
Maitraya Resort Airstrip-Small Airport
Stirling Range Retreat-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yakamia

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Free Reformed Church of Albany
Kingdom Hall
Salvation Army (Albany)

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 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 Yakamia

What is the population of Yakamia?

Yakamia has a population of 2,760 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,173 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yakamia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,362, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yakamia?

Yakamia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Yakamia?

Yakamia has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $411. There are 262 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yakamia?

The median home value in Yakamia is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

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