Port Augusta West
City in South Australia, Australia
Overview
Port Augusta West is a relaxed regional town at the crossroads of the Outback, popular as a gateway to the Flinders Ranges. Enjoy laid-back community vibes, local parks, and proximity to stunning natural landscapes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
South Australia
Population
4,046
Time Zone
Australia/Adelaide
Coordinates
-32.49°, 137.76°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,065
Local Cost
$1,257
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
18.9°C
Summer Avg
26.0°C
Winter Avg
11.5°C
Record High
47.7°C
Record Low
0.0°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
231 mm
Internet Speed
123 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
20 ms
City Vibrancy
25
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
8
Parks
13
Transport
19
Walk Score
19
Footways
37.0
Airport
PUG
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.