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Bordertown, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Bordertown is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 2,893. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,893 Population 2/sq mi density
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$27,682 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,682 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Bordertown

Bordertown

Bordertown, formerly Border Town, is a town and locality in the Australian state of South Australia located in the state's east near the state border with Victoria about 250 kilometres (160 mi) east of the state capital of Adelaide. It is where the Dukes Highway and the railway line cross the Tatiara Creek between Adelaide and Melbourne, the capital of Victoria.

People

Population2,893
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,682
Per Capita$27,682
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership73.0%
Housing Units1,157

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Population2,893
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates-36.3077°, 140.7717°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (469 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,682
Median Age40.0 years

About Bordertown

Bordertown is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 2,893. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Bordertown has a population of 2,893 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,439.8 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,893
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
1,439.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bordertown vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bordertown is $27,682, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,682 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $532, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 275 business establishments.

Income: Bordertown vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,682
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,682
Avg Weekly Wage$532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)275

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bordertown is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 73.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,157 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%
Renter-Occupied27.0%
Housing Units1,157

Property Tax

Bordertown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 70°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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area1,439.8 sq mi (3,729.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-36.3077°N, 140.7717°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 11, 1998.

Mar 11, 1998 19 km WSW of Bordertown, Australia M3.0 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
July 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Bordertown has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 49°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Bordertown

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mundulla Primary School
Bordertown Primary School
Bordertown High School
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Radio Stations near Bordertown

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bordertown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Old Wirrega Council Chambers

Restaurants in Bordertown

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bordertown Cafe and Restaurant
Bordertown Chinese Restaurant
Camca Garpu

Clinics in Bordertown

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #5177472975
Tatiara Medical Centre

Veterinaries in Bordertown

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bordertown Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Bordertown

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bordertown

Gas Stations in Bordertown

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3417261916
Caltex
Caltex Bordertown
Shell
Shell Bordertown Roadhouse

Banks in Bordertown

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Banksa

Gyms in Bordertown

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #534426659

Golf Courses in Bordertown

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bordertown Golf Course
Serviceton Golf Club

Airports Near Bordertown

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordertown AirportSmall Airport
Carcuma AirportSmall Airport
Cooranga AirportSmall Airport
Edenhope AirportSmall Airport
Kaniva AirportSmall Airport
Keith AirportSmall Airport
Lucindale AirportSmall Airport
Naracoorte AirportNACSmall Airport
Padthaway Station AirportSmall Airport
Tintinara AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bordertown

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post
Mundulla General Store and Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bordertown

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Church of Christ
Mundulla Uniting Church

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 Bordertown

What is the population of Bordertown?

Bordertown has a population of 2,893 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,439.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Bordertown expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,682, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bordertown?

Bordertown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 70°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 18.5 inches.

How is the job market in Bordertown?

The job market in Bordertown is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $532. There are 275 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bordertown?

The median home value in Bordertown is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 73.0%.

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