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Gisborne South, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Gisborne South is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 794. Elevation: 1,575 ft (480 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
794 Population 1/sq mi density
1,575 ft Elevation 480 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$30,319 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$30,319 median income, 3.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$260,200 home value, $1,301/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population794
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,319
Per Capita$30,319
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$260,200
Rent$1,301
Ownership95.2%
Housing Units318

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Population794
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Coordinates-37.5413°, 144.6050°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,319
Median Age46.0 years

About Gisborne South

Gisborne South is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 794. The city sits at an elevation of 1,575 feet (480 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Gisborne South has a population of 794 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 707.7 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

794
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
707.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gisborne South vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gisborne South is $30,319, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,319 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $583, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: Gisborne South vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,319
60% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,319
Avg Weekly Wage$583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gisborne South is $260,200, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,301 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 318 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,301
12% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.2%
Owner-Occupied95.2%
Renter-Occupied4.8%
Housing Units318

Property Tax

Climate in Gisborne South

Gisborne South has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 511 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 14.2° / 27° 39.0
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 14.4° / 26.7° 41.9
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24.4° 36.9
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 10.1° / 20.6° 41.6
May 12.5°C / 55°F 8.3° / 16.7° 33.9
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 6.4° / 14° 41.2
Jul 9.6°C / 49°F 5.7° / 13.4° 32.7
Aug 10.4°C / 51°F 6° / 14.7° 39.0
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.2° / 17.1° 45.4
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 8.7° / 20° 47.9
Nov 16.6°C / 62°F 10.6° / 22.6° 59.4
Dec 18.6°C / 65°F 12.3° / 24.8° 52.1
Gisborne South experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,575 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Area707.7 sq mi (1,832.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-37.5413°N, 144.6050°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 125 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 148 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 145 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 145 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 146 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 21 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 143 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 106 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 78 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 111 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 107 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 134 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 76 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 148 km
Sep 22, 2009 6 km ENE of Hastings, Australia M3.1 100 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 65 km
Jul 24, 2000 1 km S of Dandenong, Australia M3.1 73 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 95 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 60 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
February 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Wettest
November 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in

Gisborne South has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 46°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and March the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Gisborne South

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
The Buzzz MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia MP3 320 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
TheLight Christmas AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud AAC+ 64 kbps
UltraCool Radio MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 MP3 32 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Gisborne South

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Gliding Museum
Old Gisborne Court House

Libraries in Gisborne South

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brimbank Libraries Deer Park Branch0.0
Brimbank Library0.0
Caroline Springs Library0.0
Gisborne Library0.0
Keilor Village Library0.0
Lerderderg Library0.0
Melton Library & Learning Hub0.0
Romsey Library0.0
St Albans Library0.0
Sunbury Library0.0
Sunshine Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gisborne South

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lakes Fresh Food Market
Sunbury's Quality Fruit & Vegetable

Breweries in Gisborne South

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Holgate Brewhouse

Stadiums & Teams in Gisborne South

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Airports Near Gisborne South

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Barwon Heads AirportSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Fiskville AirportSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Locksley FieldSmall Airport
Lovely Banks AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wooloomanata AirfieldSmall Airport
Yeaburn AirportSmall Airport

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 Gisborne South

What is the population of Gisborne South?

Gisborne South has a population of 794 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 707.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gisborne South expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,319, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,200 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,301 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gisborne South?

Gisborne South has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Gisborne South?

Gisborne South has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $583. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gisborne South?

The median home value in Gisborne South is $260,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,301. The homeownership rate is 95.2%.

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