Tom Price, WA 6751, is a remote mining town located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, approximately 1,500 kilometers north of Perth. Established in the 1960s to support the iron ore mining industry, it is named after Thomas Price, an American geologist who played a key role in the discovery of iron ore in the area. The town is nestled at the base of the scenic Chichester Range, offering a rugged, outback landscape and opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring nearby Karijini National Park. With a population of around 3,000, Tom Price is a tight-knit community with essential amenities, including schools, healthcare services, and recreational facilities, catering primarily to mining workers and their families. Its economy is heavily centered on the Mount Tom Price mine, one of the largest open-pit iron ore mines in the world.
| Postcode: | 6751 |
| State: | WA |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -22.141251, 117.057776 |
| Federal Electorate: | Durack |