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Goornong, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Goornong is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 637. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
637 Population 3/sq mi density
492 ft Elevation 150 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,978 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,978 median income, 3.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population637
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,978
Per Capita$24,978
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

B+
Home Value$138,000
Rent$690
Ownership90.5%
Housing Units255

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Population637
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Coordinates-36.6165°, 144.5072°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (547 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,978
Median Age40.0 years

About Goornong

Goornong is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 637. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Goornong has a population of 637 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

637
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
255.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Goornong vs Australia Average

The median household income in Goornong is $24,978, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,978 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $480, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Goornong vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,978
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,978
Avg Weekly Wage$480

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Goornong is $138,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below the national average of $1,163). 90.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 255 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,000
51% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.5%
Owner-Occupied90.5%
Renter-Occupied9.5%
Housing Units255

Property Tax

Climate in Goornong

Goornong has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 508 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 14.3° / 30° 34.8
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.6° 31.4
Mar 19°C / 66°F 11.8° / 26.3° 29.2
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.5° 34.7
May 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.7° 47.6
Jun 8.5°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.5° 50.3
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.7° / 12.6° 53.0
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3° / 14.2° 52.3
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17° 50.2
Oct 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 21.2° 40.8
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.8° 45.5
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 11.9° / 27.5° 37.7
Goornong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area255.2 sq mi (660.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-36.6165°N, 144.5072°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
43% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 107 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 50 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 29 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 33 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 147 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 44 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 130 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 38 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 139 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 148 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 78 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 120 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.2 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in

Goornong has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 48°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Goornong

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Goornong Primary School
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Museums in Goornong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bendigo Joss House Temple
Bendigo RSL Museum
Bendigo Steam Engine Museum
Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop
Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Golden Dragon Museum

Libraries in Goornong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bendigo Library0.0
Bendigo TAFE Library0.0

Train Stations in Goornong

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goornong

Breweries in Goornong

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brookes Beer

Airports Near Goornong

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Bridgewater AirportSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Derby FieldSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Gunbower AirportSmall Airport
Kotta AirportSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
Lake Leagur AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Moama AirstripSmall Airport
Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Pyramid Hill AirportSmall Airport
Raywood AirfieldSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
Torrumbarry AirportSmall Airport
Wahring FieldSmall Airport
Woodvale AirportSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Goornong

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bendigo Hospital Rehabilitation

Churches & Religious Organizations in Goornong

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Martin's

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 Goornong

What is the population of Goornong?

Goornong has a population of 637 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Goornong expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,978, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,000 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Goornong?

Goornong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.

How is the job market in Goornong?

Goornong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $480. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Goornong?

The median home value in Goornong is $138,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $690. The homeownership rate is 90.5%.

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