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Fisher, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Fisher is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 2,873. Elevation: 2,060 ft (628 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
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About Fisher
Fisher is a suburb of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia located in the district of Weston Creek. Fisher was named after Andrew Fisher (1862–1928), coal miner, founding member of the federal parliamentary Labor Party and Prime Minister of Australia for three terms between 1908 and 1915. The theme for the street names in Fisher is Australian mines and mining towns.
People
Economy
BHousing
BClimate
| Population | 2,873 |
| Population Density | 4,634 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,060 ft (628 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.3613°, 149.0570° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.0 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $40,763 |
| Median Age | 40.0 years |
About Fisher
Fisher is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 2,873. The city sits at an elevation of 2,060 feet (628 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Fisher vs Australia Average
Income: Fisher vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $40,763 |
| 46% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,763 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $784 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 273 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $233,800 |
| 17% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,169 |
| 1% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 80.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,149 |
Property Tax
Climate in Fisher
Fisher has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 841 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,060 ft (628 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,634/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.3613°N, 149.0570°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in |
Fisher has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Fisher
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Fisher
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Lanyon Homestead | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Fisher
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fisher
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Restaurants in Fisher
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Fisher
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fisher
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Fisher
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Fisher
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Fisher
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| Adaminaby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cabramurra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fisher
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fisher newsagent |
Treatment Centers in Fisher
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fisher
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Awaken Church Canberra |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fisher
What is the population of Fisher?
Fisher has a population of 2,873 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,634 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.
Is Fisher expensive to live in?
The median household income is $40,763, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $233,800 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. 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 Fisher?
Fisher has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.
How is the job market in Fisher?
Fisher has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $784. There are 273 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fisher?
The median home value in Fisher is $233,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,169. The homeownership rate is 80.4%.