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Dromedary, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Dromedary is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 708. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
708 Population 874/sq mi density
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$25,857 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,857 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population708
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density874/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,857
Per Capita$25,857
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership96.0%
Housing Units283

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Population708
Population Density874 / sq mi
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates-42.7333°, 147.1667°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (666 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,857
Median Age42.0 years

About Dromedary

Dromedary is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 708. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Dromedary has a population of 708 with a density of 874 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

708
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dromedary vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dromedary is $25,857, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,857 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $497, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 67 business establishments.

Income: Dromedary vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,857
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,857
Avg Weekly Wage$497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dromedary is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 96.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 283 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.0%
Owner-Occupied96.0%
Renter-Occupied4.0%
Housing Units283

Property Tax

Climate in Dromedary

Dromedary has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Dromedary experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below Australia avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates-42.7333°N, 147.1667°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 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 59 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 133 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
July 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in

Dromedary has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Dromedary

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 Dromedary

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Dromedary

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Dromedary

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Salamanca Market

Restaurants in Dromedary

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Shed Restaurant

Breweries in Dromedary

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Plenty Cider
Two Metre Tall Farmhouse Ale & Cider

Stadiums & Teams in Dromedary

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Dromedary

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 $0

Airports Near Dromedary

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Dromedary

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre
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 Dromedary

What is the population of Dromedary?

Dromedary has a population of 708 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 874 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dromedary expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,857, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dromedary?

Dromedary has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.

How is the job market in Dromedary?

Dromedary has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $497. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dromedary?

The median home value in Dromedary is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 96.0%.

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