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Bruthen, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Bruthen is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 783. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
783 Population 0/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
28.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,125 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$21,125 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population783
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,125
Per Capita$21,125
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership88.1%
Housing Units313

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population783
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-37.7067°, 147.8310°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation28.5 inches (725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,125
Median Age43.0 years

About Bruthen

Bruthen is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 783. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Bruthen has a population of 783 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

783
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
5,784.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bruthen vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bruthen is $21,125, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,125 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $406, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Bruthen vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,125
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,125
Avg Weekly Wage$406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bruthen is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 88.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 313 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.1%
Owner-Occupied88.1%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units313

Property Tax

Climate in Bruthen

Bruthen has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.8°C / 68°F 13.4° / 26.3° 52.3
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.8° 51.1
Mar 17.7°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24° 45.6
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 20.9° 51.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.7° / 17.8° 33.9
Jun 10°C / 50°F 4.8° / 15.1° 63.3
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.8° 46.3
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 4.5° / 16° 34.9
Sep 11.9°C / 53°F 5.8° / 18° 47.2
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20.2° 59.6
Nov 16°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.1° 69.8
Dec 17.7°C / 64°F 11.5° / 23.9° 63.3
Bruthen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.7067°N, 147.8310°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.5"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 138 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 145 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 134 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 133 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 98 km
Jun 18, 2006 18 km ENE of Yarram, Australia M3.2 121 km
Jul 7, 2003 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia M3.2 51 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 108 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 118 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 117 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 76 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
July 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in

Bruthen has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 49°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Bruthen

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bruthen Primary School
Tambo Upper Primary School
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Radio Stations near Bruthen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Double J UNKNOWN

Museums in Bruthen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bairnsdale Museum
Griffiths Sea Shell Museum
Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Paynesville Maritime Museum

Libraries in Bruthen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bairnsdale Library0.0
Lakes Entrance Library0.0
Paynesville Library0.0

Hotels in Bruthen

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruthen Inn Hotel

Cafes in Bruthen

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Bee Cafe
Bruthen Heritage Tearooms and Coffee Shop
Tambo Valley

Monuments in Bruthen

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angus McMillan Monument

Gas Stations in Bruthen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruthen Motors

Golf Courses in Bruthen

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buchan Valley Golf Course and Racecourse

Breweries in Bruthen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bullant Brewery

Airports Near Bruthen

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bairnsdale AirportBSJMedium Airport
Mount Hotham AirportMHUMedium Airport
RAAF Base East SaleMedium Airport
Benambra AirportSmall Airport
Clydebank private AirstripSmall Airport
Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstripSmall Airport
Gleneagles Park StationSmall Airport
Great Lakes Vi AirportSmall Airport
Kelly head airstripSmall Airport
Lake Omeo Dry Lake UltralightportSmall Airport
Lakes Entrance AirportSmall Airport
Lakes Entrance AirportSmall Airport
Omeo AirportSmall Airport
StratfordSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bruthen

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bruthen LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bruthen

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Mathew's

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 Bruthen

What is the population of Bruthen?

Bruthen has a population of 783 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bruthen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,125, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bruthen?

Bruthen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.

How is the job market in Bruthen?

Bruthen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $406. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bruthen?

The median home value in Bruthen is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 88.1%.

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