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Bacchus Marsh, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Bacchus Marsh is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 24,717. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
24,717 Population 32/sq mi density
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$26,060 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,060 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population24,717
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density32/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,060
Per Capita$26,060
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership73.0%
Housing Units9,887

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Population24,717
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates-37.6727°, 144.4383°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,060
Median Age39.0 years

About Bacchus Marsh

Bacchus Marsh is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 24,717. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Bacchus Marsh has a population of 24,717 with a density of 32 people per square mile, spread across 765.7 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,717
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
765.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bacchus Marsh vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bacchus Marsh is $26,060, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,060 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $501, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,348 business establishments.

Income: Bacchus Marsh vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,060
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,060
Avg Weekly Wage$501

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)2,348

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bacchus Marsh is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 73.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,887 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%
Renter-Occupied27.0%
Housing Units9,887

Property Tax

Climate in Bacchus Marsh

Bacchus Marsh has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 511 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 14.2° / 27° 39.0
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 14.4° / 26.7° 41.9
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24.4° 36.9
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10.1° / 20.6° 41.6
May 12.5°C / 55°F 8.3° / 16.7° 33.9
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 6.4° / 14° 41.2
Jul 9.6°C / 49°F 5.7° / 13.4° 32.7
Aug 10.4°C / 51°F 6° / 14.7° 39.0
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.2° / 17.1° 45.4
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 8.7° / 20° 47.9
Nov 16.6°C / 62°F 10.6° / 22.6° 59.4
Dec 18.6°C / 65°F 12.3° / 24.8° 52.1
Bacchus Marsh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area765.7 sq mi (1,983.2 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates-37.6727°N, 144.4383°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.52"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 142 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 150 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 148 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 147 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 38 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 145 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 85 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 86 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 119 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 113 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 150 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 92 km
Jul 24, 2000 1 km S of Dandenong, Australia M3.1 76 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 102 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 49 km
Sep 22, 2009 6 km ENE of Hastings, Australia M3.1 98 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 149 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 49 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 149 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (171 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 2.5 in Wettest
November 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in

Bacchus Marsh has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 46°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.5") and March the driest (1.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Bacchus Marsh

Institution Type Founded Website
Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre Central Highlands College

Schools in Bacchus Marsh

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Bernard's Primary School
Bacchus Marsh Primary School
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Radio Stations near Bacchus Marsh

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
K Rock Geelong 95.5 AAC+ 64 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Bacchus Marsh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Gliding Museum
B-24 Liberator Museum
Old Gisborne Court House

Libraries in Bacchus Marsh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gisborne Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre0.0
Lerderderg Library0.0
Melton Library & Learning Hub0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Manor Lakes Branch0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Werribee Branch0.0

Hotels in Bacchus Marsh

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Border Inn Hotel
Court House Hotel
Flanaghans Hotel
Young&main

Restaurants in Bacchus Marsh

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacchus Thai Restaurant
Golden Valley
Keepers
Royal Indians in Bacchus
Town & Country
Young&main

Cafes in Bacchus Marsh

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angelo's Bakery Cafe
Baby Black
Banh Mi
Jolly Miller Bakery Cafe
Poppies on main
The Coffee Club
The Flour Pot Café

Theatres in Bacchus Marsh

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Impressario Theatre

Monuments in Bacchus Marsh

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pioneer Women's Avenue

Clinics in Bacchus Marsh

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #5589387379
Bacchus Marsh Psychology Clinic
Mind Mosaics Psychology

Dentists in Bacchus Marsh

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Main Street Dental

Veterinaries in Bacchus Marsh

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacchus Marsh Vet Clinic

Gas Stations in Bacchus Marsh

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
APCO
EG Australia
Foodworks Fuel
Foodworks Fuel
Shell

Banks in Bacchus Marsh

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Bacchus Marsh

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacchus Marsh Village Shopping Centre
Bacchus Marsh Village Shopping Centre

Stadiums & Teams in Bacchus Marsh

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Airports Near Bacchus Marsh

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat Health Service HelipadSmall Airport
Barwon Heads AirportSmall Airport
Bellbrae private airstripSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Fiskville AirportSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Kuruc-A-Ruc South AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Lovely Banks AirportSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Torquay AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wooloomanata AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bacchus Marsh

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bacchus Marsh Christian Church
Bell Tower
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Masonic Lodge
St Andrews Church
St Bernards

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 Bacchus Marsh

What is the population of Bacchus Marsh?

Bacchus Marsh has a population of 24,717 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 765.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Bacchus Marsh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,060, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bacchus Marsh?

Bacchus Marsh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bacchus Marsh?

Bacchus Marsh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $501. There are 2,348 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bacchus Marsh?

The median home value in Bacchus Marsh is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 73.0%.

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