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Grindelwald, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Grindelwald is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 951. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
951 Population 6/sq mi density
607 ft Elevation 185 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$22,342 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$22,342 median income, 5.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$228,200 home value, $1,141/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population951
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,342
Per Capita$22,342
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$228,200
Rent$1,141
Ownership95.9%
Housing Units380

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Population951
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Coordinates-41.3515°, 147.0052°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,342
Median Age50.0 years

About Grindelwald

Grindelwald is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 951. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Grindelwald has a population of 951 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

951
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
149.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Grindelwald vs Australia Average

The median household income in Grindelwald is $22,342, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,342 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $430, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: Grindelwald vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,342
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,342
Avg Weekly Wage$430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Grindelwald is $228,200, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 95.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 380 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,200
19% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.9%
Owner-Occupied95.9%
Renter-Occupied4.1%
Housing Units380

Property Tax

Climate in Grindelwald

Grindelwald has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 12.8° / 24.9° 50.6
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.7° 33.1
Mar 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.7° 37.9
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 19° 52.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.9° / 15.8° 63.5
Jun 8.1°C / 47°F 2.9° / 13.3° 66.1
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.8° 78.7
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.8° 83.1
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.1° / 15.7° 63.8
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 7° / 18.2° 47.5
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 9.2° / 20.6° 52.8
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 11° / 22.7° 46.9
Grindelwald experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (386.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-41.3515°N, 147.0052°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

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 M4.7 102 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 60 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 110 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
August 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in

Grindelwald has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Grindelwald

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS christian, faith MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Grindelwald

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Sotherton'
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre
City Park Radio Museum
Interpretation Centre (Duck Reach Power Station)
Launceston Tramway Museum
National Automobile Museum
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery

Libraries in Grindelwald

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Launceston Library0.0
libraries Tansania0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
Longford Library0.0
Ravenswood Library0.0
Westbury Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Grindelwald

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Evandale Sunday Markets
Evandale Sunday Markets
Launceston Harvest Market

Hotels in Grindelwald

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rosevears Hotel
Tamar Valley Resort

Restaurants in Grindelwald

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpenrose Restaurant & Bar
The House Cafe Restaurant

Cafes in Grindelwald

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chocolate Café
Grindelwald Bakery & Coffee Shop

Golf Courses in Grindelwald

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grindelwald Public Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Grindelwald

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Grindelwald

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ben Lomond 0.0 $0

Airports Near Grindelwald

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Avoca AirportSmall Airport
Bridport 2nd AirstripSmall Airport
Campbell Town AirportSmall Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest (Scottsdale)Small Airport
Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport)Small Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle)Small Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
North Campbell Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Original Barnbougle AirstripSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Tomahawk AirstripSmall Airport
Valley Field AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grindelwald

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lakeside Chapel
St Matthias Church

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 Grindelwald

What is the population of Grindelwald?

Grindelwald has a population of 951 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Grindelwald expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,342, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $228,200 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Grindelwald?

Grindelwald has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.

How is the job market in Grindelwald?

The unemployment rate in Grindelwald is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $430. There are 90 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Grindelwald?

The median home value in Grindelwald is $228,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,141. The homeownership rate is 95.9%.

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