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Cockatoo, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Cockatoo is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 4,408. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,408 Population 1/sq mi density
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$28,831 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,831 median income, 3.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$208,400 home value, $1,042/mo rent

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About Cockatoo

Cockatoo

Cockatoo is a town in Victoria, Australia, 48 km south-east of Melbourne's central business district, located within the Shire of Cardinia local government area. Cockatoo recorded a population of 4,408 at the 2021 census.

People

Population4,408
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,831
Per Capita$28,831
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$208,400
Rent$1,042
Ownership92.2%
Housing Units1,763

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Population4,408
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates-37.9368°, 145.4938°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,831
Median Age36.0 years

About Cockatoo

Cockatoo is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 4,408. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Cockatoo has a population of 4,408 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,408
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cockatoo vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cockatoo is $28,831, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,831 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $554, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 419 business establishments.

Income: Cockatoo vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,831
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,831
Avg Weekly Wage$554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)419

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cockatoo is $208,400, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 92.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,763 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,400
26% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.2%
Owner-Occupied92.2%
Renter-Occupied7.8%
Housing Units1,763

Property Tax

Climate in Cockatoo

Cockatoo has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 793 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 13.9° / 27.3° 51.7
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 14.1° / 27° 52.7
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.7° 48.2
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10° / 20.7° 68.2
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.7° 68.2
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 6.4° / 14.1° 76.1
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.7° 62.7
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 6.4° / 14.7° 72.4
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.3° 65.8
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 8.9° / 19.8° 60.2
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.8° 85.0
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.3° 81.5
Cockatoo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-37.9368°N, 145.4938°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
5% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 74 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 81 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 78 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 70 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 64 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 61 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 90 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 63 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 74 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 61 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 82 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 93 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 148 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 72 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 60 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 12 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 79 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 22 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 74 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
June 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
July 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
August 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in Coldest, Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in

Cockatoo has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 48°F in August to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Cockatoo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
Yarra Valley FM MP3 128 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
SYN FM alternative, college radio AAC+ 128 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cockatoo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Emerald Museum
Historic Council Shire Offices
Mont De Lancey Museum
Southern Sherbrook Historical Society
Upwey / Belgrave RSL
Yarra Ranges Regional Museum

Libraries in Cockatoo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bayswater Library0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Berwick Library0.0
Boronia Library0.0
Casey-Cardinia Library Co. (Pakenham Branch)0.0
CD0.0
Cranbourne Library0.0
Croydon Library0.0
Emerald Library0.0
Endeavour Hills Library0.0
Federation University Library0.0
Ferntree Gully Library0.0
Hampton Park Library0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
Miller's Homestead0.0
Montrose Library0.0
Mooroolbark Library0.0
Mount Evelyn Reading Room0.0
Narre Warren Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Yarra Junction Library0.0
Yarra Junction public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cockatoo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akoonah Park Market
Fair Treasures
Farmers' Market Old Cheese Factory
Food Trucks
Gembrook Market
Gully Market
Millgrove Market
Ringwood East Community Market
The Barn

Cafes in Cockatoo

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brunch on McBride

Dentists in Cockatoo

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cockatoo Dental

Train Stations in Cockatoo

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cockatoo

Banks in Cockatoo

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Breweries in Cockatoo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co.
Killer Sprocket Brewery
The Local Brew House

Stadiums & Teams in Cockatoo

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Airports Near Cockatoo

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Eildon Weir AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cockatoo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cockatoo Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cockatoo

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Wellways Maroondah PARC

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cockatoo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Luke's Church

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 Cockatoo

What is the population of Cockatoo?

Cockatoo has a population of 4,408 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cockatoo expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,831, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,400 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cockatoo?

Cockatoo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.

How is the job market in Cockatoo?

Cockatoo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $554. There are 419 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cockatoo?

The median home value in Cockatoo is $208,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,042. The homeownership rate is 92.2%.

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