The Town of Jerramungup was established in 1953 as a war service settlement area and gazetted in 1957. Though only a relatively young farming and agriculture region, the area is rich in history and proud of its heritage.
The town has a population of approximately 430 and boasts a primary school and high school (Years 8-10, with a VET program for Years 11 and 12 students).
The Shire includes the suburbs of Boxwood Hill, Bremer Bay, Gairdner, Jacup, Jerramungup, and Needilup.