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Fish Creek, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Fish Creek is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 798. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
798 Population 0/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$23,221 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$23,221 median income, 2.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$132,400 home value, $662/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population798
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$23,221
Per Capita$23,221
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$132,400
Rent$662
Ownership87.8%
Housing Units319

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population798
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-38.6833°, 146.0833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,221
Median Age51.0 years

About Fish Creek

Fish Creek is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 798. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Fish Creek has a population of 798 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,960.5 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

798
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
1,960.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Fish Creek vs Australia Average

The median household income in Fish Creek is $23,221, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,221 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $447, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: Fish Creek vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,221
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,221
Avg Weekly Wage$447

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Fish Creek is $132,400, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $662 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 87.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 319 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,400
53% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$662
43% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.8%
Owner-Occupied87.8%
Renter-Occupied12.2%
Housing Units319

Property Tax

Fish Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 38.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area1,960.5 sq mi (5,077.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-38.6833°N, 146.0833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 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 43 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 35 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 146 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 45 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 34 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 140 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 37 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 25 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 89 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 37 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 16 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 140 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 62 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 39 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 109 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 21 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 84 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 98 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 34 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
July 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
November 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in

Fish Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Fish Creek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fish Creek and District Primary School
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Radio Stations near Fish Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Fish Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Foster Historical Museum

Libraries in Fish Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Foster Library0.0
Leongatha Library0.0

Cafes in Fish Creek

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gibsons Licensed Cafe and Larder
Little Oberon Cafe

Gas Stations in Fish Creek

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fish Creek Roadhouse & Cafe

Airports Near Fish Creek

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Latrobe Valley AirportTGNMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport)Small Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport
Yanakie AirstripSmall Airport
Yarram AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fish Creek

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fish Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fish Creek Union Church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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

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 Fish Creek

What is the population of Fish Creek?

Fish Creek has a population of 798 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,960.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Fish Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,221, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $132,400 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $662 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Fish Creek?

Fish Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches.

How is the job market in Fish Creek?

The job market in Fish Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $447. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fish Creek?

The median home value in Fish Creek is $132,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $662. The homeownership rate is 87.8%.

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