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Cardigan, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Cardigan is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 763. Elevation: 1,385 ft (422 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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C+Climate
| Population | 763 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,385 ft (422 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.5333°, 143.7500° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,845 |
| Median Age | 36.0 years |
About Cardigan
Cardigan is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 763. The city sits at an elevation of 1,385 feet (422 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cardigan vs Australia Average
Income: Cardigan vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $29,845 |
| 60% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,845 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $574 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 72 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 92.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 7.4% |
| Housing Units | 305 |
Property Tax
Climate in Cardigan
Cardigan has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 615 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,385 ft (422 m) |
| Area | 252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.5333°N, 143.7500°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 62°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in |
Cardigan has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 44°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.5").
Museums in Cardigan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballaarat Observatory | ||||
| Ballarat Aviation Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Fine Art Gallery | ||||
| Ballarat Gold Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Tramway Museum | ||||
| Ballarat Tramway Museum | ||||
| Clunes Museum | ||||
| Friends of the Anson Air Museum | ||||
| Golden City Steamer Museum | ||||
| Haddon Tramway Preservation Association | ||||
| Lee Medlyn Bottle Museum | ||||
| Sovereign Hill | ||||
| The Warehouse |
Libraries in Cardigan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Highlands Regional Library Corp. Ballarat branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Creswick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| L Building: E J Barker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mechanics' Institute & Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sebastopol Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Temporary Library (Room 123) till Feb 2025 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cardigan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick Farmers' Market |
Breweries in Cardigan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic Club Brewery | ||||
| Bankhouse Brewery | ||||
| Red Duck |
Stadiums & Teams in Cardigan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cardigan
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport | AVV | Large Airport |
| Amphitheatre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacchus Marsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Health Service Helipad | — | Small Airport |
| Barwon Heads Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beaufort | — | Small Airport |
| Beaufort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Castlemaine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Derrinallum Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunolly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gnarwarre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kurweeton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kyneton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2 | — | Small Airport |
| Lethbridge Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lismore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moonambel Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Elephant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Navarre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raglan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | — | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Cardigan?
Cardigan has a population of 763 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Cardigan expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,845, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Cardigan?
Cardigan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Cardigan?
The job market in Cardigan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $574. There are 72 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Cardigan?
The median home value in Cardigan is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 92.6%.