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Dinner Plain, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Dinner Plain is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,122. Elevation: 5,200 ft (1,585 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,122 Population 22/sq mi density
5,200 ft Elevation 1,585 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$34,138 Median Income
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Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$34,138 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$151,600 home value, $758/mo rent

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About Dinner Plain

Dinner Plain

Dinner Plain is a town in Victoria, Australia. Located on the Great Alpine Road, 12 km from Mount Hotham Alpine Resort, and 387 km from Melbourne[2], it is Australia's only alpine village made up of freehold allotments.

People

Population1,122
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density22/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$34,138
Per Capita$34,138
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

A
Home Value$151,600
Rent$758
Ownership77.3%
Housing Units449

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Population1,122
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Coordinates-37.0236°, 147.2412°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,232 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.2 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$34,138
Median Age37.0 years

About Dinner Plain

Dinner Plain is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,122. The city sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet (1,585 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Dinner Plain has a population of 1,122 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 51.5 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,122
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
51.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dinner Plain vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dinner Plain is $34,138, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,138 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $657, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments.

Income: Dinner Plain vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$34,138
55% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$34,138
Avg Weekly Wage$657

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dinner Plain is $151,600, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 77.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 449 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,600
46% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.3%
Owner-Occupied77.3%
Renter-Occupied22.7%
Housing Units449

Property Tax

Dinner Plain experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Australia avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Area51.5 sq mi (133.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates-37.0236°N, 147.2412°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above Australia avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 116 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 95 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 133 km
Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 97 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 92 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 120 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 128 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 13 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 126 km
Jul 7, 2003 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia M3.2 143 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 125 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 103 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 123 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 21 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 139 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 82 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 138 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 26 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 127 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
February 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
May 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in
June 38°F (3°C) 5.9 in Wettest
July 35°F (2°C) 4.2 in Coldest
August 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in
September 40°F (5°C) 4.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
December 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in

Dinner Plain has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 35°F in July to 59°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Dinner Plain

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bright P-12 College Dinner Plain Campus — — — —
The Alpine School — — — —
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Museums in Dinner Plain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Falls Creek Museum
Harrietville Museum

Hotels in Dinner Plain

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club Wyndham Dinner Plain
Hotel High Plains

Restaurants in Dinner Plain

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stonesthrow Restaurant

Golf Courses in Dinner Plain

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Omeo Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Dinner Plain

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Hotham 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Falls Creek 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Dinner Plain

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Hotham AirportMHUMedium Airport
Beechworth Airstrip—Small Airport
Benambra Airport—Small Airport
Lake Omeo Dry Lake Ultralightport—Small Airport
Mitta Mitta Airport—Small Airport
Mount Beauty Airport—Small Airport
Omeo Airport—Small Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
Snowy Range Airfield—Small Airport

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Dinner Plain

What is the population of Dinner Plain?

Dinner Plain has a population of 1,122 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 51.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Dinner Plain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $34,138, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $151,600 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dinner Plain?

Dinner Plain has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dinner Plain?

Dinner Plain has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $657. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dinner Plain?

The median home value in Dinner Plain is $151,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $758. The homeownership rate is 77.3%.

Nearby Cities

Hotham Heights 2,221 pop · 5.3 mi Falls Creek 3,288 pop · 11.1 mi Bright 2,620 pop · 25.6 mi Porepunkah 1,024 pop · 29.1 mi Myrtleford 3,285 pop · 42.9 mi Mount Buller 2,568 pop · 45.1 mi Yackandandah 1,763 pop · 53.9 mi Beechworth 4,274 pop · 55.3 mi Tallangatta 1,043 pop · 55.8 mi Wy Yung 1,580 pop · 56.8 mi Briagolong 1,058 pop · 57.4 mi Bairnsdale 17,666 pop · 58.8 mi Lucknow 1,227 pop · 59.2 mi Baranduda 2,311 pop · 59.7 mi
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