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Cape Woolamai, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Cape Woolamai is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,641. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,641 Population 2/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,742 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$24,742 median income, 2.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $958/mo rent

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About Cape Woolamai

Cape Woolamai

Cape Woolamai is a town and headland at the south eastern tip of Phillip Island in Victoria, Australia. It is home to Cape Woolamai State Faunal Reserve and the Phillip Island Airport. Cape Woolamai contains a subdivision also called Cape Woolamai. Cape Woolami beach is one of four beaches that forms part of the National Surfing Reserve on the island, along with Smiths Beach, Summerland and Cat Bay.

People

Population1,641
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,742
Per Capita$24,742
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$191,600
Rent$958
Ownership78.1%
Housing Units656

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population1,641
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-38.5429°, 145.3441°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (996 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,742
Median Age43.0 years

About Cape Woolamai

Cape Woolamai is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,641. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Cape Woolamai has a population of 1,641 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,641
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
673.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cape Woolamai vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cape Woolamai is $24,742, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,742 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $476, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 156 business establishments.

Income: Cape Woolamai vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,742
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,742
Avg Weekly Wage$476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)156

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cape Woolamai is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 78.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 656 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.1%
Owner-Occupied78.1%
Renter-Occupied21.9%
Housing Units656

Property Tax

Climate in Cape Woolamai

Cape Woolamai has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 694 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 15.7° / 24.2° 38.4
Feb 20°C / 68°F 16° / 24.1° 43.6
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 14.8° / 22.7° 38.6
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 12.6° / 19.7° 62.2
May 13.7°C / 57°F 10.9° / 16.5° 73.4
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 8.8° / 14.1° 63.9
Jul 10.9°C / 52°F 8.3° / 13.4° 69.9
Aug 11.3°C / 52°F 8.3° / 14.3° 81.0
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9.4° / 16.2° 64.1
Oct 14.5°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.3° 56.0
Nov 16.4°C / 62°F 12.3° / 20.4° 55.3
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14° / 21.9° 47.8
Cape Woolamai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area673.6 sq mi (1,744.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-38.5429°N, 145.3441°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 79 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 79 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 143 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 77 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 44 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 149 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 46 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 105 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 56 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 44 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 56 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 91 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 120 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 43 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 74 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 148 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 61 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 71 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 117 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
July 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in Coldest
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in

Cape Woolamai has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Cape Woolamai

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
South Coast FM pop music, pop rock AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Cape Woolamai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chicory Kiln
Hastings Museum
National Vietnam Veterans Museum
Victorian Maritime Centre
Wonthaggi & District Historical Museum

Libraries in Cape Woolamai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hastings Library0.0
Phillip Island Library0.0
Wonthaggi Principal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cape Woolamai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bittern Sunday market

Cafes in Cape Woolamai

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnt Toast
Woolamai Beach cafe

Gyms in Cape Woolamai

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phillip Island Fitness

Airports Near Cape Woolamai

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport

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 Cape Woolamai

What is the population of Cape Woolamai?

Cape Woolamai has a population of 1,641 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cape Woolamai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,742, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cape Woolamai?

Cape Woolamai 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 52°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

How is the job market in Cape Woolamai?

The job market in Cape Woolamai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $476. There are 156 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cape Woolamai?

The median home value in Cape Woolamai is $191,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. The homeownership rate is 78.1%.

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