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East Bendigo, Australia

Victoria · Australia

East Bendigo is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,023. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,023 Population 8/sq mi density
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,167 Median Income
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Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$24,167 median income, 4.3% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$166,200 home value, $831/mo rent

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About East Bendigo

East Bendigo

East Bendigo is a suburb of the regional city of Bendigo in north central Victoria, Australia, 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) north east of the Bendigo city centre.

People

Population2,023
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,167
Per Capita$24,167
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$166,200
Rent$831
Ownership62.1%
Housing Units809

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Population2,023
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates-36.7416°, 144.3189°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (547 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,167
Median Age45.0 years

About East Bendigo

East Bendigo is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,023. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet (219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

East Bendigo has a population of 2,023 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,023
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
255.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

East Bendigo vs Australia Average

The median household income in East Bendigo is $24,167, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,167 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $465, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: East Bendigo vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,167
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,167
Avg Weekly Wage$465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in East Bendigo is $166,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 62.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 809 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,200
41% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.1%
Owner-Occupied62.1%
Renter-Occupied37.9%
Housing Units809

Property Tax

Climate in East Bendigo

East Bendigo has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 14.3° / 30° 34.8
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.6° 31.4
Mar 19°C / 66°F 11.8° / 26.3° 29.2
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.5° 34.7
May 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.7° 47.6
Jun 8.5°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.5° 50.3
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.7° / 12.6° 53.0
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3° / 14.2° 52.3
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 50.2
Oct 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 21.2° 40.8
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.8° 45.5
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 11.9° / 27.5° 37.7
East Bendigo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area255.2 sq mi (660.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-36.7416°N, 144.3189°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
43% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.60"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 100 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 32 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 30 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 54 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 24 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 148 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 60 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 135 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 146 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 63 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 133 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (198 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
March 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
August 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in

East Bendigo has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 48°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.1").

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Museums in East Bendigo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bendigo Joss House Temple
Bendigo RSL Museum
Bendigo Steam Engine Museum
Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Golden Dragon Museum

Libraries in East Bendigo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bendigo Library0.0
Bendigo TAFE Library0.0
Kangaroo Flat Library0.0

Cafes in East Bendigo

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgewater Bakehouse

Theme Parks in East Bendigo

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Zone Fun Park

Gas Stations in East Bendigo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liberty

Breweries in East Bendigo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brookes Beer

Stadiums & Teams in East Bendigo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near East Bendigo

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Boort AirportSmall Airport
Bridgewater AirportSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Derby FieldSmall Airport
Dunolly AirportSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Kotta AirportSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Moama AirstripSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Pyramid Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raywood AirfieldSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Torrumbarry AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Woodvale AirportSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in East Bendigo

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bendigo Hospital Rehabilitation
Stewart Cowen Community Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Bendigo

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bendigo Islamic Community Centre
Reforming Presbyterian 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 Bendigo

What is the population of East Bendigo?

East Bendigo has a population of 2,023 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is East Bendigo expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,167, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,200 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in East Bendigo?

East Bendigo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.

How is the job market in East Bendigo?

East Bendigo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $465. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in East Bendigo?

The median home value in East Bendigo is $166,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $831. The homeownership rate is 62.1%.

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