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Burnie, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Burnie is a small city in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 19,972. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,972 Population 649/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$23,998 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,998 median income, 7.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,972
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density649/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,998
Per Capita$23,998
Unemployment7.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership48.9%
Housing Units7,989

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Population19,972
Population Density649 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-41.0558°, 145.9038°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,998
Median Age42.0 years

About Burnie

Burnie is a small city in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 19,972. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Burnie has a population of 19,972 with a density of 649 people per square mile, spread across 30.8 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,972
Total Population
649
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
30.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Burnie vs Australia Average

The median household income in Burnie is $23,998, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,998 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $462, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,897 business establishments.

Income: Burnie vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,998
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,998
Avg Weekly Wage$462

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,897

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Burnie is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 48.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,989 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership48.9%
Owner-Occupied48.9%
Renter-Occupied51.1%
Housing Units7,989

Property Tax

Climate in Burnie

Burnie has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.5° 50.4
Feb 17.8°C / 64°F 13.9° / 21.8° 35.2
Mar 16.4°C / 62°F 12.4° / 20.5° 47.0
Apr 14.3°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18° 58.8
May 12.2°C / 54°F 8.8° / 15.7° 79.4
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 7.4° / 13.9° 91.2
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.7° / 13.2° 106.5
Aug 10°C / 50°F 6.6° / 13.4° 110.5
Sep 11°C / 52°F 7.4° / 14.6° 97.7
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 8.4° / 16.2° 71.5
Nov 14.2°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.2° 63.0
Dec 15.8°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.9° 57.5
Burnie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below Australia avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area30.8 sq mi (79.7 km²)
Population Density649/sq mi
Coordinates-41.0558°N, 145.9038°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 71 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 15 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
February 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
July 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in

Burnie has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Burnie

Institution Type Founded Website
Burnie Tafe Farm University
Hellyer College College
South Burnie Campus College
TasTAFE Burnie Campus College
University of Tasmania - Cradle Coast Campus University Visit →
University of Tasmania Rural Clinical School University

Radio Stations near Burnie

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast (NZ) AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 104.5 adult, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Burnie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burnie Regional Museum
Wonders of Wynyard

Libraries in Burnie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burnie Library0.0
Penguin Library0.0
TFHS Burnie Branch Library0.0
Wynyard Library0.0

Hotels in Burnie

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apartments Down Town

Dentists in Burnie

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Innovative Dentistry

Airports Near Burnie

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Burnie

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Mary's Star of the Sea

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 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 Burnie

What is the population of Burnie?

Burnie has a population of 19,972 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 649 people per square mile, spread across 30.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Burnie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,998, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Burnie?

Burnie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in Burnie?

The unemployment rate in Burnie is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $462. There are 1,897 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Burnie?

The median home value in Burnie is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 48.9%.

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