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Clifton Beach, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Clifton Beach is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 579. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
579 Population 1/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$35,422 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$35,422 median income, 1.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$250,600 home value, $1,253/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population579
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$35,422
Per Capita$35,422
Unemployment1.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$250,600
Rent$1,253
Ownership91.4%
Housing Units232

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population579
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-42.9853°, 147.5211°
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$35,422
Median Age42.0 years

About Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 579. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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.

Clifton Beach has a population of 579 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

579
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Clifton Beach vs Australia Average

The median household income in Clifton Beach is $35,422, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,422. The average weekly wage is $681, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 55 business establishments.

Income: Clifton Beach vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$35,422
53% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$35,422
Avg Weekly Wage$681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Clifton Beach is $250,600, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,253 (8% above the national average of $1,163). 91.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 232 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,600
11% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,253
8% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.4%
Owner-Occupied91.4%
Renter-Occupied8.6%
Housing Units232

Property Tax

Climate in Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17°C), the coldest is Jul (9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 590 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 12.2° / 21.4° 47.8
Feb 17°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.4° 43.0
Mar 15.5°C / 60°F 11.3° / 19.7° 44.6
Apr 13.3°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.1° 51.8
May 11.6°C / 53°F 8.1° / 15.2° 40.2
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 6.2° / 12.5° 44.2
Jul 9.2°C / 49°F 5.9° / 12.4° 47.9
Aug 9.8°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.3° 56.8
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 6.9° / 14.7° 54.1
Oct 12°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.2° 50.7
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.9° 54.3
Dec 15.5°C / 60°F 10.8° / 20.2° 55.0
Clifton Beach 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 26 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-42.9853°N, 147.5211°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.40"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.54"

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 86 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 131 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
March 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
August 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Wettest

Clifton Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and June the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Clifton Beach

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 Clifton Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Clifton Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law 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 Clifton Beach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Golf Courses in Clifton Beach

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tasman Golf Course

Breweries in Clifton Beach

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

Stadiums & Teams in Clifton Beach

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Clifton Beach

11 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
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Clifton Beach

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 Clifton Beach

What is the population of Clifton Beach?

Clifton Beach has a population of 579 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Clifton Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $35,422, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,600 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,253 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Clifton Beach?

Clifton Beach 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 Clifton Beach?

The job market in Clifton Beach is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $681. There are 55 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Clifton Beach?

The median home value in Clifton Beach is $250,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,253. The homeownership rate is 91.4%.

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