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Currie, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Currie is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 739. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
739 Population 1/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$28,291 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,291 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population739
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,291
Per Capita$28,291
Unemployment1.7%

Housing

A
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership69.4%
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population739
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates-39.9298°, 143.8539°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,291
Median Age48.0 years

About Currie

Currie is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 739. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Currie has a population of 739 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,427.3 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

739
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
1,427.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Currie vs Australia Average

The median household income in Currie is $28,291, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,291 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $544, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Currie vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,291
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,291
Avg Weekly Wage$544

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Currie is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 69.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.4%
Owner-Occupied69.4%
Renter-Occupied30.6%
Housing Units296

Property Tax

Climate in Currie

Currie has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.2°C), the coldest is Jul (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 12.6° / 21.1° 40.8
Feb 17.2°C / 63°F 13.2° / 21.3° 34.4
Mar 16.1°C / 61°F 12.2° / 20° 46.6
Apr 14.2°C / 58°F 10.6° / 17.8° 55.5
May 12.6°C / 55°F 9.5° / 15.6° 88.2
Jun 11°C / 52°F 8.1° / 14° 103.4
Jul 10.4°C / 51°F 7.6° / 13.3° 118.1
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 7.7° / 13.6° 118.3
Sep 11.6°C / 53°F 8.4° / 14.7° 83.0
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 8.9° / 16° 66.6
Nov 14°C / 57°F 10.3° / 17.6° 51.4
Dec 15°C / 59°F 11.1° / 19° 46.2
Currie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1,427.3 sq mi (3,696.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-39.9298°N, 143.8539°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Sep 17, 2015.

Sep 17, 2015 123 km W of Currie, Australia M4.8 123 km
Feb 7, 2002 86 km S of Currie, Australia M3.9 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
July 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
November 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in

Currie has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 50°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Currie

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
King Island District High
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Museums in Currie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
King Island Museum

Libraries in Currie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Currie Library0.0

Hotels in Currie

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

King Island Club
King Island Colonial Lodge

Restaurants in Currie

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boomerang By The Sea
King Island Club Bistro
Parer's Hotel

Veterinaries in Currie

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

King Island Vets

Gas Stations in Currie

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

King Island Motors
The Trend

Banks in Currie

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Westpac

Golf Courses in Currie

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cape Wickham Golf Course
King Island Golf & Bowling Club
Ocean Dunes Golf Course King Island

Airports Near Currie

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Island AirportKNSMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Currie

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Our Lady Star of the Sea

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Currie

What is the population of Currie?

Currie has a population of 739 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,427.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Currie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,291, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Currie?

Currie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

How is the job market in Currie?

The job market in Currie is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $544. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Currie?

The median home value in Currie is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 69.4%.

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