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Barmera, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Barmera is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,953. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,953 Population 10/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
12.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$19,536 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$19,536 median income, 5.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Barmera

Barmera

Barmera is a town in the Riverland region of South Australia. It is on the Sturt Highway A20, 220 kilometres north-east of Adelaide, the capital of the state of South Australia. It is primarily an agricultural and viticultural town and is located on Lake Bonney Riverland, a freshwater lake.

People

Population2,953
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,536
Per Capita$19,536
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership69.6%
Housing Units1,181

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population2,953
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates-34.2556°, 140.4615°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation12.4 inches (315 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,536
Median Age49.0 years

About Barmera

Barmera is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,953. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Barmera has a population of 2,953 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 300.0 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,953
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
300.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Barmera vs Australia Average

The median household income in Barmera is $19,536, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,536 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $376, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 281 business establishments.

Income: Barmera vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,536
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,536
Avg Weekly Wage$376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)281

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Barmera is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 69.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,181 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.6%
Owner-Occupied69.6%
Renter-Occupied30.4%
Housing Units1,181

Property Tax

Climate in Barmera

Barmera has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 262 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 15.2° / 32.5° 19.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 14.9° / 31.6° 20.6
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 11.9° / 28.4° 11.2
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 8.6° / 23.9° 19.3
May 13°C / 55°F 6.3° / 19.6° 21.0
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 4.7° / 16.5° 23.5
Jul 10°C / 50°F 3.8° / 16.1° 22.6
Aug 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.8° 23.0
Sep 13.8°C / 57°F 6.5° / 21° 29.3
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 8.6° / 24.6° 23.3
Nov 19.5°C / 67°F 11.2° / 27.9° 24.9
Dec 21.9°C / 71°F 13.4° / 30.4° 23.3
Barmera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 12.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area300.0 sq mi (776.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-34.2556°N, 140.4615°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.4"
67% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.34"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Feb 1, 2017.

Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 127 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 146 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 132 km
Oct 23, 2000 New South Wales, Australia M3.6 122 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 122 km
Aug 3, 2007 23 km SSE of Burra, Australia M2.7 138 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
July 50°F (10°C) 1.1 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in Wettest
November 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in

Barmera has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 50°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 10.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.3") and March the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Barmera

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Barmera Primary School
St Josephs School
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Museums in Barmera

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cobdogla Irrigation Museum - National Trust
Wilabalangaloo Reserve-National Trust

Libraries in Barmera

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Berri Public Library0.0
Loxton Library0.0

Cafes in Barmera

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluebird Cafe
Pie Face

Theatres in Barmera

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonney Theatre

Gas Stations in Barmera

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #591100257
AU #591100259
BP
Liberty
United 24

Airports Near Barmera

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Renmark AirportRMKMedium Airport
Barmera AirportSmall Airport
Loxton AirportSmall Airport
Loxton private stripSmall Airport
Waikerie AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barmera

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Paul's Lutheran Church Barmera

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Barmera

What is the population of Barmera?

Barmera has a population of 2,953 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 300.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Barmera expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,536, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Barmera?

Barmera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.4 inches.

How is the job market in Barmera?

The unemployment rate in Barmera is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $376. There are 281 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Barmera?

The median home value in Barmera is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 69.6%.

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