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Clare, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Clare is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 3,223. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,223 Population 7/sq mi density
1,280 ft Elevation 390 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$24,539 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,539 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Clare

Clare

The town of Clare is located in South Australia in the Mid North region, 136 km north of Adelaide. It gives its name to the Clare Valley wine and tourist region.

People

Population3,223
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density7/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,539
Per Capita$24,539
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership69.9%
Housing Units1,289

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Population3,223
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Coordinates-33.8333°, 138.6106°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (565 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,539
Median Age45.0 years

About Clare

Clare is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 3,223. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Clare has a population of 3,223 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 434.6 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,223
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
434.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Clare vs Australia Average

The median household income in Clare is $24,539, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,539 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $472, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 306 business establishments.

Income: Clare vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,539
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,539
Avg Weekly Wage$472

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)306

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Clare is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 69.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,289 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, 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

Homeownership69.9%
Owner-Occupied69.9%
Renter-Occupied30.1%
Housing Units1,289

Property Tax

Climate in Clare

Clare has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (23°C), the coldest is Jul (8.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 532 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 15.2° / 30.7° 23.1
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.7° / 29.4° 25.5
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 12.5° / 26.4° 25.1
Apr 15.7°C / 60°F 9.4° / 22° 40.4
May 11.9°C / 53°F 6.6° / 17.1° 56.8
Jun 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.6° 57.5
Jul 8.5°C / 47°F 4.1° / 12.9° 67.4
Aug 9.3°C / 49°F 4.4° / 14.2° 60.7
Sep 12°C / 54°F 6.1° / 17.8° 63.6
Oct 15°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.9° 38.8
Nov 18.2°C / 65°F 11° / 25.3° 35.4
Dec 20.3°C / 69°F 12.8° / 27.8° 37.7
Clare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area434.6 sq mi (1,125.6 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8333°N, 138.6106°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
41% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 17, 2024.

Mar 22, 2023 60 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.9 135 km
Mar 5, 1997 5 km ESE of Burra, Australia M4.8 38 km
May 3, 1997 32 km WNW of Burra, Australia M4.8 34 km
Apr 29, 2014 68 km ENE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 144 km
Jan 26, 2009 25 km NE of Peterborough, Australia M4.6 122 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 21 km
Apr 17, 2024 8 km ENE of Jamestown, Australia M4.3 73 km
Aug 18, 1999 24 km W of Peterborough, Australia M4.2 100 km
Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 59 km
Sep 4, 2011 16 km SW of Peterborough, Australia M4.1 84 km
Mar 5, 1997 40 km NNE of Burra, Australia M4.0 72 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 141 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 146 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 45 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 148 km
Dec 17, 1992 1 km SE of Peterborough, Australia M3.5 98 km
Apr 12, 2001 30 km WNW of Peterborough, Australia M3.4 106 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 134 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 76 km
Apr 4, 2006 28 km SSE of Jamestown, Australia M3.3 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake - - 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in

Clare has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Clare

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vineyard Lutheran School - - - -
Clare Primary School - - - -
Clare High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Clare

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Clare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auburn Old Police Station and Courthouse Museum National Trust
Old Police Station Musuem National Trust

Libraries in Clare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Clare Library0.0

Hotels in Clare

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blyth Hotel
Clare Hotel

Restaurants in Clare

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Artisans table wine bar and bistro
Indii of Clare
Pauletts
Seed
Skillogalee Restaurant

Cafes in Clare

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 1871
Daily Grind
Hashtag Bubble Tea
Just Julie’s
Zest Cafe

Clinics in Clare

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clare Medical Centre

Veterinaries in Clare

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #12446179378

Gas Stations in Clare

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Mobil
On The Run
OTR Clare

Banks in Clare

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
NAB

Golf Courses in Clare

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clare Golf Course
Farrell Flat Golf course

Breweries in Clare

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clare Valley Brewing Company

Airports Near Clare

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Pirie AirportPPIMedium Airport
Ardrossan Airport-Small Airport
Balaklava Airport-Small Airport
Clare Valley Aerodrome-Small Airport
Farrell Flat Airport-Small Airport
Hoyleton Airbase-Small Airport
Hubert Wilkins Airstrip-Small Airport
Kapunda Airport-Small Airport
Lochiel Airfield-Small Airport
Lower Light Airport-Small Airport
Rowland Flat Airstrip-Small Airport
Sedan Airfield-Small Airport
Snowtown Airport-Small Airport
Steinfeld Airfield-Small Airport
Stonefield Gliding-Small Airport

Post Offices in Clare

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Blyth LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clare

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Aloyisius

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Clare

What is the population of Clare?

Clare has a population of 3,223 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 434.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Clare expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,539, 67% 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 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Clare?

Clare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.

How is the job market in Clare?

Clare has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $472. There are 306 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Clare?

The median home value in Clare is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 69.9%.

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