Kalgoorlie/Boulder

City in Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Kalgoorlie/Boulder is a lively mining city in the Australian outback, famous for its gold rush legacy and historic architecture. The twin towns blend rugged natural beauty with rich cultural history and offer an authentic Aussie experience. Local pubs, museums, and expansive desert scenery make it a unique destination.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Western Australia
Population
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-30.78°, 124.92°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
72
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,117
Local Cost
$1,343
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
95
English
98
Temperature
18.8°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
12.2°C
Record High
47.7°C
Record Low
0.1°C
Humidity
53%
Precipitation
285 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 80/100.