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Alexandra, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Alexandra is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,575. Elevation: 728 ft (222 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,575 Population 38/sq mi density
728 ft Elevation 222 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,260 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,260 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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About Alexandra

Alexandra

Alexandra is a town in Victoria, Australia, 130 km (81 mi) north-east of Melbourne. It is located at the junction of the Goulburn Valley Highway (B340) and Maroondah Highway (B360), in the Shire of Murrindindi local government area. At the 2021 census, the town had a population of 2,801 and the broader area a population of 6,828.

People

Population2,575
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density38/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,260
Per Capita$21,260
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership78.5%
Housing Units1,030

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Population2,575
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Coordinates-37.1913°, 145.7112°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (905 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,260
Median Age51.0 years

About Alexandra

Alexandra is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,575. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet (222 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Alexandra has a population of 2,575 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,575
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
68.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Alexandra vs Australia Average

The median household income in Alexandra is $21,260, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,260 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $409, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 245 business establishments.

Income: Alexandra vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,260
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,260
Avg Weekly Wage$409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)245

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Alexandra is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,030 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.5%
Housing Units1,030

Property Tax

Climate in Alexandra

Alexandra has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (6.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 658 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.4°C / 69°F 13.5° / 27.2° 45.7
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 13.8° / 26.7° 41.4
Mar 17.5°C / 64°F 11.7° / 23.4° 41.0
Apr 13.9°C / 57°F 9.4° / 18.4° 50.8
May 10°C / 50°F 6.6° / 13.3° 53.5
Jun 7.5°C / 46°F 4.8° / 10.2° 64.7
Jul 6.6°C / 44°F 4° / 9.3° 69.3
Aug 7.3°C / 45°F 4.1° / 10.5° 74.0
Sep 9.7°C / 49°F 5.7° / 13.7° 58.4
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 7.6° / 17.4° 48.8
Nov 15.6°C / 60°F 9.8° / 21.4° 56.1
Dec 17.8°C / 64°F 11.5° / 24.2° 54.6
Alexandra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 35.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation728 ft (222 m)
Area68.5 sq mi (177.3 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates-37.1913°N, 145.7112°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 131 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 140 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 33 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 128 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 140 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 60 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 136 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 145 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 89 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 138 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 63 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 86 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 136 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 82 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 88 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 88 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 148 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 143 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 124 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
July 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in

Alexandra has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 45°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Alexandra

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alexandra Secondary College
Alexandra Primary School
St Mary's Primary School
Thornton Primary School
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Radio Stations near Alexandra

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yarra Valley FM MP3 128 kbps
UGFM Radio Murrindindi australian music, community radio MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Alexandra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alexandra Timber Tramway and Museum

Libraries in Alexandra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alexandra Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Alexandra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grant Street Monthly Market

Hotels in Alexandra

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Hotel
Corner Hotel

Cafes in Alexandra

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Alex
Stillman E M
The Old Dairy Cafe

Monuments in Alexandra

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Approx. site of Hume and Hovell camp 2 Dec 1824

Gas Stations in Alexandra

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol - I&M Simpson & Son
AU #10209078466
Yarck Store: Petrol and Diesel

Banks in Alexandra

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NAB

Golf Courses in Alexandra

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Golf Club

Breweries in Alexandra

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
On Point Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Alexandra

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Baw Baw 0.0 $0

Airports Near Alexandra

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Delatite AirstripSmall Airport
Eildon Weir AirportSmall Airport
Euroa AerodromeSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Locksley FieldSmall Airport
Longwood AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Mansfield AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Wahring FieldSmall Airport
Yea AirportSmall Airport
Yeaburn AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Alexandra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post: Yarck

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alexandra

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 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 Alexandra

What is the population of Alexandra?

Alexandra has a population of 2,575 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Alexandra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,260, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Alexandra?

Alexandra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.

How is the job market in Alexandra?

Alexandra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $409. There are 245 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Alexandra?

The median home value in Alexandra is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 78.5%.

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