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Exeter, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Exeter is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 629. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
629 Population 4/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$20,179 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$20,179 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$166,200 home value, $831/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population629
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,179
Per Capita$20,179
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

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Home Value$166,200
Rent$831
Ownership83.2%
Housing Units252

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population629
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-41.2975°, 146.9506°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,179
Median Age43.0 years

About Exeter

Exeter is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 629. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Exeter has a population of 629 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

629
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
149.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Exeter vs Australia Average

The median household income in Exeter is $20,179, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,179 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $388, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 60 business establishments.

Income: Exeter vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,179
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,179
Avg Weekly Wage$388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Exeter is $166,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 83.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 252 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership83.2%
Owner-Occupied83.2%
Renter-Occupied16.8%
Housing Units252

Property Tax

Climate in Exeter

Exeter has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 12.8° / 24.9° 50.6
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.7° 33.1
Mar 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.7° 37.9
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 19° 52.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.9° / 15.8° 63.5
Jun 8.1°C / 47°F 2.9° / 13.3° 66.1
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.8° 78.7
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.8° 83.1
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.1° / 15.7° 63.8
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 7° / 18.2° 47.5
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 9.2° / 20.6° 52.8
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 11° / 22.7° 46.9
Exeter experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (386.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-41.2975°N, 146.9506°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 109 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 59 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 103 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in

Exeter has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Exeter

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Exeter High School
Exeter Primary School
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Radio Stations near Exeter

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS christian, faith MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Exeter

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Sotherton'
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre
City Park Radio Museum
Interpretation Centre (Duck Reach Power Station)
Launceston Tramway Museum
National Automobile Museum
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery

Libraries in Exeter

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Launceston Library0.0
libraries Tansania0.0
Ravenswood Library0.0
Westbury Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Exeter

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Launceston Harvest Market

Cafes in Exeter

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burt Munro's Motorcycle Cafe
Exeter Bakery
Suzie's Cafe

Gas Stations in Exeter

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
United

Banks in Exeter

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Golf Courses in Exeter

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exeter Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Exeter

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Exeter

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Bridport 2nd AirstripSmall Airport
Campbell Town AirportSmall Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest (Scottsdale)Small Airport
Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport)Small Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle)Small Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
North Campbell Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Original Barnbougle AirstripSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Valley Field AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Exeter

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Exeter uniting church

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 Exeter

What is the population of Exeter?

Exeter has a population of 629 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Exeter expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,179, 73% 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 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Exeter?

Exeter has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.

How is the job market in Exeter?

Exeter has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $388. There are 60 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Exeter?

The median home value in Exeter is $166,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $831. The homeownership rate is 83.2%.

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