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Birchip, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Birchip is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 687. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
687 Population 9/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,012 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,012 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$87,400 home value, $437/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population687
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,012
Per Capita$25,012
Unemployment1.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,400
Rent$437
Ownership79.6%
Housing Units275

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population687
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates-35.9838°, 142.9173°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,012
Median Age49.0 years

About Birchip

Birchip is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 687. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Birchip has a population of 687 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

687
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
79.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Birchip vs Australia Average

The median household income in Birchip is $25,012, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,012 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $481, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Birchip vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,012
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,012
Avg Weekly Wage$481

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Birchip is $87,400, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $437 (62% below the national average of $1,163). 79.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 275 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$437
62% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.6%
Owner-Occupied79.6%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units275

Property Tax

Birchip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area79.8 sq mi (206.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-35.9838°N, 142.9173°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Mar 10, 2003.

Oct 27, 2001 12 km ENE of Swan Hill, Australia M4.2 102 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 125 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 137 km
Mar 10, 2003 Victoria, Australia M3.1 134 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in

Birchip has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Birchip

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Birchip P-12 School
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Radio Stations near Birchip

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Birchip

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Birchip History Museum

Hotels in Birchip

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birchip Hotel

Cafes in Birchip

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birchip Cafe

Gas Stations in Birchip

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2167673538
AU #9752754520
AU #9755135417

Golf Courses in Birchip

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birchip Golf Course
Culgoa Golf Club

Airports Near Birchip

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hopetoun AirportHTUMedium Airport
Horsham AirportHSMMedium Airport
Swan Hill AirportSWHMedium Airport
Warracknabeal AirportWKBMedium Airport
Beulah 1 AirportSmall Airport
Birchip AirportSmall Airport
Charlton AirportSmall Airport
Donald AirportSmall Airport
Koongarra AirportSmall Airport
Patchewollock AirportSmall Airport
Quambatook AirportSmall Airport
Saint Arnaud AirportSmall Airport
Sea Lake AirportSmall Airport
Wycheproof AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Birchip

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birchip Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Birchip

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Mary's Catholic Church
St Mary's Catholic 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 Birchip

What is the population of Birchip?

Birchip has a population of 687 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Birchip expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,012, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,400 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $437 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Birchip?

Birchip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.

How is the job market in Birchip?

The job market in Birchip is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $481. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Birchip?

The median home value in Birchip is $87,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $437. The homeownership rate is 79.6%.

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