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East Bairnsdale, Australia

Victoria · Australia

East Bairnsdale is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,229. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,229 Population 0/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$18,624 Median Income
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$18,624 median income, 8.9% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,229
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,624
Per Capita$18,624
Unemployment8.9%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership62.4%
Housing Units492

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,229
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-37.8343°, 147.6555°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,624
Median Age45.0 years

About East Bairnsdale

East Bairnsdale is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,229. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

East Bairnsdale has a population of 1,229 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,229
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
5,784.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

East Bairnsdale vs Australia Average

The median household income in East Bairnsdale is $18,624, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,624 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $358, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 117 business establishments.

Income: East Bairnsdale vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,624
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,624
Avg Weekly Wage$358

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in East Bairnsdale is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 62.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 492 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$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.4%
Owner-Occupied62.4%
Renter-Occupied37.6%
Housing Units492

Property Tax

Climate in East Bairnsdale

East Bairnsdale has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.8°C / 68°F 13.4° / 26.3° 52.3
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.8° 51.1
Mar 17.7°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24° 45.6
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 20.9° 51.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.7° / 17.8° 33.9
Jun 10°C / 50°F 4.8° / 15.1° 63.3
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.8° 46.3
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 4.5° / 16° 34.9
Sep 11.9°C / 53°F 5.8° / 18° 47.2
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20.2° 59.6
Nov 16°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.1° 69.8
Dec 17.7°C / 64°F 11.5° / 23.9° 63.3
East Bairnsdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8343°N, 147.6555°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 M5.2 138 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 139 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 140 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 127 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 128 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 123 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 117 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 100 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 139 km
Feb 18, 2007 11 km NE of Foster, Australia M3.2 145 km
Jun 18, 2006 18 km ENE of Yarram, Australia M3.2 100 km
Jul 7, 2003 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia M3.2 51 km
Apr 22, 2003 16 km NNE of Foster, Australia M3.1 142 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 135 km
Apr 24, 2003 15 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia M3.0 142 km
Jan 3, 2007 17 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia M3.0 140 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 116 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 135 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 123 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
August 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 65°F (19°C) 2.5 in

East Bairnsdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near East Bairnsdale

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Double J — UNKNOWN

Museums in East Bairnsdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bairnsdale Museum
Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Paynesville Maritime Museum

Libraries in East Bairnsdale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bairnsdale Library0.0
Paynesville Library0.0

Theme Parks in East Bairnsdale

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bairnsdale Archery, Mini Golf, Games Park

Breweries in East Bairnsdale

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bullant Brewery

Airports Near East Bairnsdale

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bairnsdale AirportBSJMedium Airport
RAAF Base East Sale—Medium Airport
West Sale AirportSXEMedium Airport
Clydebank private Airstrip—Small Airport
Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstrip—Small Airport
Gleneagles Park Station—Small Airport
Great Lakes Vi Airport—Small Airport
JDandBoo—Small Airport
Kelly head airstrip—Small Airport
Lakes Entrance Airport—Small Airport
Lakes Entrance Airport—Small Airport
Newry Airfield—Small Airport
Omeo Airport—Small Airport
Stratford—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Bairnsdale

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bairnsdale Seventh Day Adventist 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 East Bairnsdale

What is the population of East Bairnsdale?

East Bairnsdale has a population of 1,229 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is East Bairnsdale expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,624, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 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 East Bairnsdale?

East Bairnsdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in East Bairnsdale?

The job market in East Bairnsdale faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $358. There are 117 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in East Bairnsdale?

The median home value in East Bairnsdale is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 62.4%.

Nearby Cities

Lucknow 1,227 pop · 1.3 mi Bairnsdale 17,666 pop · 2.6 mi Nicholson 1,045 pop · 4.4 mi Wy Yung 1,580 pop · 4.6 mi Eagle Point 1,034 pop · 4.8 mi Paynesville 3,285 pop · 6.8 mi Metung 1,382 pop · 11.5 mi Kalimna 1,200 pop · 17.2 mi Lakes Entrance 4,850 pop · 19.0 mi Briagolong 1,058 pop · 31.8 mi Stratford 2,509 pop · 32.5 mi Sale 14,296 pop · 37.3 mi Maffra 5,050 pop · 37.8 mi Longford 1,444 pop · 38.4 mi
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