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Cambridge, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Cambridge is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,223. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,223 Population 2/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$33,225 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,225 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$231,000 home value, $1,155/mo rent

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About Cambridge

Cambridge is a suburb in the greater area of Hobart, capital of Tasmania, Australia. It is in the City of Clarence local government area. The suburb is situated in close proximity to Hobart Airport and the Cambridge Aerodrome, and is approximately 18 km to Hobart via the Tasman Highway. In recent years Cambridge had developed an Industrial estate and has become a popular commuter town for people working in Hobart.

People

Population1,223
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,225
Per Capita$33,225
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

C+
Home Value$231,000
Rent$1,155
Ownership87.7%
Housing Units489

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population1,223
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°, 147.4500°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,225
Median Age41.0 years

About Cambridge

Cambridge is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,223. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Cambridge has a population of 1,223 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,223
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cambridge is $33,225, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,225 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $639, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Cambridge vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,225
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,225
Avg Weekly Wage$639

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $231,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,155 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 87.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 489 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,000
18% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,155
1% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.7%
Owner-Occupied87.7%
Renter-Occupied12.3%
Housing Units489

Property Tax

Climate in Cambridge

Cambridge has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Cambridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8333°N, 147.4500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 68 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Cambridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Cambridge

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cambridge Primary School
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Radio Stations near Cambridge

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Cambridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Cambridge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Cambridge

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coal River Farm

Cafes in Cambridge

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Kitchen and Newsagency
Frogmore Creek Wines
Luma Kitchen
Red Square Cafe
Runway Cafe

Gas Stations in Cambridge

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2190905070
Shell

Shopping Malls in Cambridge

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Park

Golf Courses in Cambridge

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Richmond Golf Course

Breweries in Cambridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Cambridge

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cambridge

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Swansea AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Cambridge

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

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 Cambridge

What is the population of Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of 1,223 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Cambridge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,225, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cambridge?

Cambridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Cambridge?

Cambridge has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $639. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cambridge?

The median home value in Cambridge is $231,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,155. The homeownership rate is 87.7%.

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