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Bendigo city centre, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Bendigo city centre is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 5,808. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
5,808 Population 23/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,808
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density23/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units2,323

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Population5,808
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates-36.7570°, 144.2796°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Bendigo city centre

Bendigo city centre is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 5,808. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Bendigo city centre has a population of 5,808 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,808
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg
255.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bendigo city centre vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bendigo city centre is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 552 business establishments.

Income: Bendigo city centre vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)552

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bendigo city centre is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,323 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units2,323

Property Tax

Climate in Bendigo city centre

Bendigo city centre has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 14.3° / 30° 34.8
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.6° 31.4
Mar 19°C / 66°F 11.8° / 26.3° 29.2
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.5° 34.7
May 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.7° 47.6
Jun 8.5°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.5° 50.3
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.7° / 12.6° 53.0
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3° / 14.2° 52.3
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 50.2
Oct 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 21.2° 40.8
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.8° 45.5
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 11.9° / 27.5° 37.7
Bendigo city centre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area255.2 sq mi (660.8 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-36.7570°N, 144.2796°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
28% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.60"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 101 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 28 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 33 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 57 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 20 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 64 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 134 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 146 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 61 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 137 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
March 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
August 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in

Bendigo city centre has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Bendigo city centre

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bendigo Senior Secondary College
Camp Hill Primary School
Doxa School Bendigo
St Kilian's Primary School
Catherine McAuley College
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Museums in Bendigo city centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bendigo Joss House Temple
Bendigo RSL Museum
Bendigo Steam Engine Museum
Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Golden Dragon Museum
Maldon District Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum

Libraries in Bendigo city centre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Athenaeum Library0.0
Bendigo Library0.0
Bendigo TAFE Library0.0
Kangaroo Flat Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bendigo city centre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Maldon Market

Hotels in Bendigo city centre

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rifle Brigade Hotel

Restaurants in Bendigo city centre

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emperor's Dragon Restaurant

Cafes in Bendigo city centre

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hustle Coffee

Theatres in Bendigo city centre

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Capital Theatre
Ulumbarra Theatre

Monuments in Bendigo city centre

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Extended Hustlers Mine Disaster Memorial

Clinics in Bendigo city centre

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hearing Club

Dentists in Bendigo city centre

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Smiles
National Dental Care McCrae Street

Gas Stations in Bendigo city centre

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Caltex

Breweries in Bendigo city centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brookes Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Bendigo city centre

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bendigo city centre

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Boort AirportSmall Airport
Bridgewater AirportSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Derby FieldSmall Airport
Dunolly AirportSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Kotta AirportSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Moama AirstripSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Pyramid Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raywood AirfieldSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Torrumbarry AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Woodvale AirportSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bendigo city centre

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bendigo Hospital Rehabilitation
Stewart Cowen Community Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bendigo city centre

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bendigo Presbyterian (St John's)
Guan Yin Temple

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 Bendigo city centre

What is the population of Bendigo city centre?

Bendigo city centre has a population of 5,808 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Bendigo city centre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bendigo city centre?

Bendigo city centre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

How is the job market in Bendigo city centre?

Bendigo city centre has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 552 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bendigo city centre?

The median home value in Bendigo city centre is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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