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Dunkeld, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Dunkeld is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 654. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
654 Population 0/sq mi density
827 ft Elevation 252 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,080 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,080 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population654
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,080
Per Capita$25,080
Unemployment1.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership75.0%
Housing Units262

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Population654
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Coordinates-37.6499°, 142.3439°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,080
Median Age48.0 years

About Dunkeld

Dunkeld is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 654. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet (252 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Dunkeld has a population of 654 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,594.8 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

654
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
2,594.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dunkeld vs Australia Average

The median household income in Dunkeld is $25,080, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,080 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $482, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 62 business establishments.

Income: Dunkeld vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,080
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,080
Avg Weekly Wage$482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dunkeld is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 75.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 262 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.0%
Owner-Occupied75.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units262

Property Tax

Climate in Dunkeld

Dunkeld has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 620 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 11.5° / 26.9° 36.3
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 11.6° / 26.8° 25.8
Mar 17.3°C / 63°F 10.4° / 24.2° 32.7
Apr 14.2°C / 58°F 8.3° / 20.1° 43.7
May 11.1°C / 52°F 6.6° / 15.7° 53.9
Jun 9°C / 48°F 5° / 12.9° 63.8
Jul 8.4°C / 47°F 4.5° / 12.3° 73.8
Aug 9°C / 48°F 4.7° / 13.4° 79.1
Sep 10.6°C / 51°F 5.7° / 15.4° 65.4
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 52.0
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 8.2° / 21.6° 52.2
Dec 17.2°C / 63°F 9.7° / 24.6° 41.6
Dunkeld experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area2,594.8 sq mi (6,720.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.6499°N, 142.3439°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.6"
33% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 1, 2011.

Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 19 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 133 km
Jun 30, 2005 59 km S of Port Fairy, Australia M3.5 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 19 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
February 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 62°F (16°C) 1.4 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in

Dunkeld has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 46°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Dunkeld

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dunkeld Consolidated School
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Radio Stations near Dunkeld

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Dunkeld

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Volcanoes Discovery Centre

Hotels in Dunkeld

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Mail Hotel

Restaurants in Dunkeld

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Mail Hotel

Cafes in Dunkeld

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dunkeld Delights - Gardencafe
Izzy’s Cafe
Little Brick House Cafe

Train Stations in Dunkeld

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glenthompson

Gas Stations in Dunkeld

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mobil

Banks in Dunkeld

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Dunkeld

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grampians Golf Club

Airports Near Dunkeld

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ararat AirportARYMedium Airport
Hamilton AirportHLTMedium Airport
Stawell AirportSWCMedium Airport
Branxholme AirportSmall Airport
Chatsworth AirportSmall Airport
Cobden airportSmall Airport
Coleraine AirportSmall Airport
Concongella private airfieldSmall Airport
Grampians AirportSmall Airport
Lake Bolac AirportSmall Airport
Mount William AirportSmall Airport
Navarre AirportSmall Airport
Pomonal AirstripSmall Airport
Port FairySmall Airport
Victoria Valley AirbaseSmall Airport
Victoria Valley AirportSmall Airport
Warrnambool AirportWMBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dunkeld

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dunkeld Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dunkeld

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Patrick's Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
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

Volcanoes Near Dunkeld

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m 2900 BC

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 Dunkeld

What is the population of Dunkeld?

Dunkeld has a population of 654 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,594.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dunkeld expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,080, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dunkeld?

Dunkeld has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.

How is the job market in Dunkeld?

The job market in Dunkeld is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $482. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dunkeld?

The median home value in Dunkeld is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 75.0%.

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