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Elphinstone, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Elphinstone is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 546. Elevation: 1,352 ft (412 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 546 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.1000°, 144.3333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.2 inches (691 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,700 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Elphinstone
Elphinstone is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 546. The city sits at an elevation of 1,352 feet (412 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Elphinstone vs Australia Average
Income: Elphinstone vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,700 |
| 71% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $417 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,400 |
| 59% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $572 |
| 51% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 95.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 4.7% |
| Housing Units | 218 |
Property Tax
Climate in Elphinstone
Elphinstone has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (7.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 581 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.1000°N, 144.3333°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in |
Elphinstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (1.4").
Schools in Elphinstone
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elphinstone Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taradale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Elphinstone
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Elphinstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daylesford Spa Country Railway | ||||
| Kyneton Museum |
Libraries in Elphinstone
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlemaine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Daylesford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kyneton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Elphinstone
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlemaine Artists Market | |||||
| Castlemaine Farmers Market | |||||
| Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar | |||||
| Daylesford Sunday Market | |||||
| Kyneton Farmers' Market | |||||
| Wesley Hill Market |
Monuments in Elphinstone
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Elphinstone
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Elphinstone
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport | MEL | Large Airport |
| Melbourne Essendon Airport | MEB | Medium Airport |
| Arkells Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Avonmore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacchus Marsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Health Service Helipad | — | Small Airport |
| Bendigo Airport | BXG | Small Airport |
| Blue Tongue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bridgewater Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Castlemaine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Derby Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dunolly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elmore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Creek Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Circus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kyneton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Legate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Marshall Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puckapunyal (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raywood Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Riddell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rochford Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Romsey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skydive Nagambie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| The Boreen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Valken Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Woodvale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Elphinstone
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Elphinstone | |
| Metcalfe |
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What is the population of Elphinstone?
Elphinstone has a population of 546 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Elphinstone expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,700, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,400 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Elphinstone?
Elphinstone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.
How is the job market in Elphinstone?
Elphinstone has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $417. There are 52 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Elphinstone?
The median home value in Elphinstone is $114,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $572. The homeownership rate is 95.3%.