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Avenel, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Avenel is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,004. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,004 Population 1/sq mi density
515 ft Elevation 157 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,316 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$25,316 median income, 2.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Avenel

Avenel

Avenel is a town in the Shire of Strathbogie, Victoria, Australia. At the 2021 census, Avenel had a population of 1,112, up from 1048 at the 2016 census, 728 at the 2006 census and 552 at the 2001 census.

People

Population1,004
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,316
Per Capita$25,316
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership84.4%
Housing Units402

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Population1,004
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Coordinates-36.9009°, 145.2337°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,316
Median Age49.0 years

About Avenel

Avenel is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,004. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Avenel has a population of 1,004 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,515.5 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,004
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
1,515.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Avenel vs Australia Average

The median household income in Avenel is $25,316, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,316 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $487, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 95 business establishments.

Income: Avenel vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,316
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,316
Avg Weekly Wage$487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Avenel is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 84.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 402 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.4%
Owner-Occupied84.4%
Renter-Occupied15.6%
Housing Units402

Property Tax

Climate in Avenel

Avenel has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.7°C), the coldest is Jul (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 519 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.5° 39.8
Feb 22.2°C / 72°F 14.6° / 29.7° 37.6
Mar 19.1°C / 66°F 12° / 26.2° 33.1
Apr 15.6°C / 60°F 8.9° / 22.2° 35.8
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17° 41.2
Jun 8.7°C / 48°F 3.9° / 13.5° 55.0
Jul 8.1°C / 47°F 3.4° / 12.8° 53.8
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.4° / 14.3° 49.0
Sep 11°C / 52°F 4.8° / 17.2° 46.0
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 7.3° / 21° 38.9
Nov 17.8°C / 64°F 10.6° / 25.1° 50.9
Dec 20.1°C / 68°F 12.4° / 27.8° 37.4
Avenel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area1,515.5 sq mi (3,925.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.9009°N, 145.2337°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 86 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 113 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 139 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 116 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 79 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 109 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 128 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 140 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 115 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 82 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 54 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 105 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 84 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 73 km
Jul 24, 2000 1 km S of Dandenong, Australia M3.1 122 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 105 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 140 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 134 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 71 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
August 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in

Avenel has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Avenel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Avenel Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Avenel

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
UGFM Radio Murrindindi australian music, community radio MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Avenel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nagambie Historical Society
RAAC Memorial & Army Tank Museum

Libraries in Avenel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nagambie Library0.0
Seymour Library0.0

Cafes in Avenel

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fowles Winery and Cafe

Train Stations in Avenel

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avenel

Gas Stations in Avenel

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol

Golf Courses in Avenel

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avenel Golf Club

Breweries in Avenel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hop Back Brewery
Nagambie Brewery and Distillery

Airports Near Avenel

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Arkells Airfield-Small Airport
Avonmore Airport-Small Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) Airport-Small Airport
Bamawm Airport-Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield-Small Airport
Eildon Weir Airport-Small Airport
Elmore Airport-Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Euroa Aerodrome-Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield-Small Airport
Kotta Airport-Small Airport
Kyabram Airport-Small Airport
Legate Airfield-Small Airport
Ling Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Locksley Field-Small Airport
Longwood Airport-Small Airport
Mangalore Airport-Small Airport
Marshall Airfield-Small Airport
Melton Airport-Small Airport
Merton Airport-Small Airport
Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Riddell Airport-Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip-Small Airport
Romsey Airport-Small Airport
Skydive Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
St James Private airfield-Small Airport
Strathbogie Airport-Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport-Small Airport
Taggerty Airport-Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip-Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Violet Town Airfield-Small Airport
Wahring Field-Small Airport
Yeaburn Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Avenel

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Avenel - Nagambie Uniting Church
St Marys Catholic Church
St Paul’s Church

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 Avenel

What is the population of Avenel?

Avenel has a population of 1,004 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,515.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Avenel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,316, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Avenel?

Avenel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.

How is the job market in Avenel?

The job market in Avenel is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $487. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Avenel?

The median home value in Avenel is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 84.4%.

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