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Black Hill, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Black Hill is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,107. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,107 Population 8/sq mi density
1,486 ft Elevation 453 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$27,209 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$27,209 median income, 4.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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About Black Hill

Black Hill

Black Hill is a suburb of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia in the northeast of the city. It is named after the major landmark, Black Hill, on which there was extensive and highly profitable open-cut gold mining from the early 1850s during the Victoria gold rush. The hill was originally known as Bowdun by the Wadawurrung people, but was later renamed Black Hill by surveyor William Urquhart.

People

Population2,107
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,209
Per Capita$27,209
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

B
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership64.2%
Housing Units843

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Population2,107
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates-37.5500°, 143.8667°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (766 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$27,209
Median Age40.0 years

About Black Hill

Black Hill is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,107. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet (453 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Black Hill has a population of 2,107 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,107
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
252.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Black Hill vs Australia Average

The median household income in Black Hill is $27,209, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,209 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $523, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 200 business establishments.

Income: Black Hill vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,209
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,209
Avg Weekly Wage$523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)200

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Black Hill is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 64.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 843 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership64.2%
Owner-Occupied64.2%
Renter-Occupied35.8%
Housing Units843

Property Tax

Climate in Black Hill

Black Hill has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 615 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 11.6° / 26.1° 39.9
Feb 18.8°C / 66°F 11.7° / 25.9° 39.2
Mar 16.4°C / 62°F 9.9° / 22.9° 28.4
Apr 12.8°C / 55°F 7.1° / 18.4° 42.4
May 9.6°C / 49°F 5.1° / 14.2° 50.4
Jun 7.4°C / 45°F 3.6° / 11.2° 60.2
Jul 6.8°C / 44°F 3° / 10.6° 61.9
Aug 7.4°C / 45°F 3.1° / 11.8° 66.5
Sep 9.2°C / 49°F 4.4° / 14.1° 70.4
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.4° 55.4
Nov 14.2°C / 58°F 8° / 20.4° 56.4
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 9.4° / 23.2° 44.1
Black Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 30.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-37.5500°N, 143.8667°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.2"
21% below Australia avg
Snowfall 1.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 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 86 km
Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 127 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 71 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 138 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 92 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 102 km
Sep 22, 2009 6 km ENE of Hastings, Australia M3.1 146 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 83 km
Jul 24, 2000 1 km S of Dandenong, Australia M3.1 127 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 85 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 92 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 133 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 123 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
February 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
July 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in

Black Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 44°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Black Hill

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Black Hill Primary School
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Radio Stations near Black Hill

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Black Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballaarat Observatory
Ballarat Aviation Museum
Ballarat Fine Art Gallery
Ballarat Gold Museum
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Friends of the Anson Air Museum
Golden City Steamer Museum
Haddon Tramway Preservation Association
Sovereign Hill

Libraries in Black Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Highlands Regional Library Corp. Ballarat branch0.0
Creswick Library0.0
L Building: E J Barker Library0.0
Mechanics' Institute & Free Library0.0
Sebastopol Library0.0
Temporary Library (Room 123) till Feb 20250.0

Farmers Markets in Black Hill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Creswick Farmers' Market

Breweries in Black Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Athletic Club Brewery
Bankhouse Brewery
Red Duck

Stadiums & Teams in Black Hill

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Black Hill

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Amphitheatre AirportSmall Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat Health Service HelipadSmall Airport
Barwon Heads AirportSmall Airport
BeaufortSmall Airport
Beaufort AirportSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Colac AirportXCOSmall Airport
Cressy AerodromeSmall Airport
Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstripSmall Airport
Derrinallum AirportSmall Airport
Dunolly AirportSmall Airport
Fiskville AirportSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Kuruc-A-Ruc South AirportSmall Airport
Kurweeton AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Lismore AirportSmall Airport
Lovely Banks AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Moonambel AirfieldSmall Airport
Mount Elephant AirportSmall Airport
Raglan AirportSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
Torquay AirportSmall Airport
Trawalla AirportSmall Airport
Wooloomanata AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Black Hill

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Black Hill Post Office

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 Black Hill

What is the population of Black Hill?

Black Hill has a population of 2,107 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Black Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,209, 64% 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 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Black Hill?

Black Hill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Black Hill?

Black Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $523. There are 200 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Black Hill?

The median home value in Black Hill is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 64.2%.

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