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Griffith, Australia
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Griffith is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 4,856. Elevation: 1,916 ft (584 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Griffith
Griffith is an early inner-south suburb of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
People
Economy
B+Housing
B+Climate
| Population | 4,856 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.3253°, 149.1371° |
| 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 | $53,134 |
| Median Age | 38.0 years |
About Griffith
Griffith is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 4,856. The city sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet (584 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
Griffith vs Australia Average
Income: Griffith vs Australia
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,134 |
| 29% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,134 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,022 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 461 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 58.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.4% |
| Housing Units | 1,942 |
Property Tax
Climate in Griffith
Griffith has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 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 | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
| Area | 259.9 sq mi (673.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.3253°N, 149.1371°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Griffith has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 41°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Griffith
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hill Primary - Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| St Edmund's College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Griffith
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 Griffith
| 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 Griffith
| 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 Griffith
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Hotels in Griffith
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Griffith
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Griffith
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Griffith
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Griffith
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Griffith
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Griffith
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Griffith
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Griffith
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Griffith
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Griffith
13 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 |
| Braidwood Airport | — | 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 Griffith
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Manuka Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Griffith
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 Griffith
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Anglican Church, Manuka |
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What is the population of Griffith?
Griffith has a population of 4,856 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 259.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.
Is Griffith expensive to live in?
The median household income is $53,134, 29% 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 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Griffith?
Griffith 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 Griffith?
Griffith has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,022. There are 461 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Griffith?
The median home value in Griffith is $260,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,301. The homeownership rate is 58.6%.