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Forth, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Forth is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 680. Elevation: 535 ft (163 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
680 Population 21/sq mi density
535 ft Elevation 163 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$25,620 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,620 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population680
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density21/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,620
Per Capita$25,620
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership86.3%
Housing Units272

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Population680
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Coordinates-41.2112°, 146.2268°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,620
Median Age46.0 years

About Forth

Forth is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet (163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Forth has a population of 680 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

680
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
31.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Forth vs Australia Average

The median household income in Forth is $25,620, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $493, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Forth vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,620
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,620
Avg Weekly Wage$493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Forth is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 86.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 272 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.3%
Owner-Occupied86.3%
Renter-Occupied13.7%
Housing Units272

Property Tax

Climate in Forth

Forth has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 12.4° / 21.6° 48.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.9° 35.1
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.4° 42.8
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.7° 56.8
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.5° 64.4
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 72.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4.8° / 12.9° 85.7
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 5° / 13.2° 77.6
Sep 10.2°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.3° 75.8
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.4° / 15.9° 55.2
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18° 56.8
Dec 15.3°C / 60°F 10.8° / 19.8° 47.5
Forth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below Australia avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area31.8 sq mi (82.3 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates-41.2112°N, 146.2268°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

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 M4.7 147 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 44 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 46 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
February 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 47°F (9°C) 4.4 in
July 42°F (5°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in
September 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in

Forth has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Forth

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Forth Primary School
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Radio Stations near Forth

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast (NZ) AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 104.5 adult, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Forth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axeman's Hall of Fame
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Home Hill
Latrobe Courthouse Museum
Sherwood Hall
The Hive Museum

Libraries in Forth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devonport Library0.0
Latrobe Library0.0
Penguin Library0.0
Ulverstone Library0.0

Gas Stations in Forth

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Forth

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport

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 Forth

What is the population of Forth?

Forth has a population of 680 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Forth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,620, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 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 Forth?

Forth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in Forth?

Forth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $493. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Forth?

The median home value in Forth is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 86.3%.

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