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Gawler, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Gawler is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 617. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
617 Population 19/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$26,330 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,330 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population617
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,330
Per Capita$26,330
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership93.7%
Housing Units247

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population617
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates-41.1938°, 146.1569°
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$26,330
Median Age45.0 years

About Gawler

Gawler is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 617. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 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.

Gawler has a population of 617 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

617
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
31.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gawler vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gawler is $26,330, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,330 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $506, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Gawler vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,330
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,330
Avg Weekly Wage$506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gawler is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 93.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 247 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.7%
Owner-Occupied93.7%
Renter-Occupied6.3%
Housing Units247

Property Tax

Climate in Gawler

Gawler 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
Gawler 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 374 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

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area31.8 sq mi (82.3 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-41.1938°N, 146.1569°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.18"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 48 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
February 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
June 47°F (8°C) 4.9 in
July 42°F (5°C) 6.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in

Gawler has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 42°F in July to 61°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Gawler

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sprent Primary School
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Radio Stations near Gawler

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Gawler

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

Libraries in Gawler

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

Zoos in Gawler

2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wings Farm Walk
Wings Wildlife Park

Airports Near Gawler

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

Post Offices in Gawler

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gawler Post Office

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Waterfalls
8
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Gawler

What is the population of Gawler?

Gawler has a population of 617 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gawler expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,330, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 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 Gawler?

Gawler 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 Gawler?

Gawler has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $506. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gawler?

The median home value in Gawler is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 93.7%.

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