Harcourt, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Harcourt is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 897. Elevation: 1,099 ft (335 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

897 Population 116/sq mi density

1,099 ft Elevation 335 meters

60°F Avg Temperature 16°C

27.2 in Annual Rain

Australia / Melbourne Timezone

$25,384 Median Income

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$25,384 median income, 4.1% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.8 / 5.0

$171,800 home value, $859/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population897

Median Age46.0 yrs

Density116/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$25,384

Per Capita$25,384

Unemployment4.1%

Housing

C+

Home Value$171,800

Rent$859

Ownership86.9%

Housing Units359

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

Rain27.2 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)

Population	897
Population Density	116 / sq mi
Elevation	1,099 ft (335 m)
Coordinates	-36.9998°, 144.2599°
Timezone	Australia/Melbourne
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Victoria
Average Temperature	60°F (16°C)
January Average	73°F (23°C)
July Average	49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation	27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$25,384
Median Age	46.0 years

About Harcourt

Harcourt is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 897. The city sits at an elevation of 1,099 feet (335 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Harcourt has a population of 897 with a density of 116 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

897

Total Population

116

People / sq mi

46.0yrs

Median Age

18% above Australia avg

7.8mi²

Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Harcourt vs Australia Average

The median household income in Harcourt is $25,384, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,384 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $488, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 85 business establishments.

Income: Harcourt vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$25,384
	66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income	$25,384
Avg Weekly Wage	$488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above Australia avg

Establishments (County)	85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Harcourt is $171,800, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 86.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 359 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$171,800
	39% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$859
	26% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	86.9%
Owner-Occupied	86.9%
Renter-Occupied	13.1%
Housing Units	359

Property Tax

Climate in Harcourt

Harcourt has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (7.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 581 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	20.5°C / 69°F	13.2° / 27.8°	43.4
Feb	20.9°C / 70°F	13.8° / 28°	37.6
Mar	17.8°C / 64°F	11° / 24.6°	31.2
Apr	14°C / 57°F	7.9° / 20°	30.1
May	10.7°C / 51°F	5.7° / 15.7°	52.6
Jun	8.4°C / 47°F	4.1° / 12.6°	64.9
Jul	7.5°C / 46°F	3.3° / 11.7°	59.6
Aug	8.4°C / 47°F	3.7° / 13.1°	58.4
Sep	10.6°C / 51°F	5.2° / 15.9°	59.0
Oct	13.2°C / 56°F	6.9° / 19.6°	50.4
Nov	16.4°C / 62°F	9.8° / 23°	53.4
Dec	18.6°C / 65°F	11.5° / 25.7°	40.4

Harcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,099 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)

Annual Average	59.9°F
	11% above Australia avg
January Average	73°F (23°C)
July Average	49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,099 ft (335 m)
Area	7.8 sq mi (20.1 km²)
Population Density	116/sq mi
Coordinates	-36.9998°N, 144.2599°W
Timezone	Australia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"

28% below Australia avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Aug) 3.23"

Driest Month (Mar) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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	79 km
Nov 8, 1992	20 km NNE of Colac, Australia	M3.6	140 km
Aug 21, 2001	2 km N of Kallista, Australia	M3.6	139 km
May 3, 1991	15 km W of Marong, Australia	M3.4	40 km
Jun 22, 2000	10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia	M3.3	36 km
Jan 22, 2002	5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia	M3.3	81 km
May 1, 2013	7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia	M3.1	125 km
Jul 24, 2000	1 km S of Dandenong, Australia	M3.1	139 km
Jun 8, 1991	9 km SW of Marong, Australia	M3.1	28 km
Mar 30, 2010	4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia	M3.0	125 km
May 26, 2010	8 km E of Rochester, Australia	M3.0	85 km
Jan 13, 2014	1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia	M2.8	128 km
Feb 2, 2003	9 km N of Trentham, Australia	M2.8	34 km
May 9, 2003	27 km SE of Euroa, Australia	M2.6	137 km
Aug 9, 2002	10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia	M2.5	109 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (178 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Newer Volcanics Province	Shield(s)	1,011 m (3,317 ft)	-2900	178 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	73°F (23°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
February	69°F (21°C)	1.4 in
March	64°F (18°C)	1.3 in	Driest
April	57°F (14°C)	2.0 in
May	52°F (11°C)	2.8 in
June	47°F (8°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
July	49°F (9°C)	2.9 in
August	47°F (8°C)	3.2 in	Wettest
September	50°F (10°C)	2.8 in
October	55°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	60°F (15°C)	1.9 in
December	65°F (18°C)	1.7 in

Harcourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 47°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Harcourt

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Harcourt Valley Primary School	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Harcourt

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Museums in Harcourt

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Bendigo RSL Museum
Bendigo Tramways Depot and Workshop
Discovery Science & Technology Centre
Golden Dragon Museum
Kyneton Museum
Maldon District Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum
Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum

Libraries in Harcourt

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Athenaeum Library		0.0
Bendigo Library		0.0
Bendigo TAFE Library		0.0
Castlemaine Library		0.0
Kangaroo Flat Library		0.0
Kyneton Library		0.0

Farmers Markets in Harcourt

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Castlemaine Artists Market
Castlemaine Farmers Market
Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar
Kyneton Farmers' Market
Maldon Market
Wesley Hill Market

Restaurants in Harcourt

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Bresstaurant

Monuments in Harcourt

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mt Alexander Summit Cairn

Gas Stations in Harcourt

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Breweries in Harcourt

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brookes Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Harcourt

Team	League	Division

Airports Near Harcourt

35 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Melbourne Airport	MEL	Large Airport
Melbourne Essendon Airport	MEB	Medium Airport
Arkells Airfield	—	Small Airport
Avonmore Airport	—	Small Airport
Bacchus Marsh Airport	—	Small Airport
Ballarat Airport	—	Small Airport
Ballarat Health Service Helipad	—	Small Airport
Bamawm Airport	—	Small Airport
Bendigo Airport	BXG	Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bridgewater Airport	—	Small Airport
Castlemaine Airport	—	Small Airport
Derby Field	—	Small Airport
Dunolly Airport	—	Small Airport
Elmore Airport	—	Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield	—	Small Airport
Fiskville Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield	—	Small Airport
Kyabram Airport	—	Small Airport
Kyneton Airport	—	Small Airport
Legate Airfield	—	Small Airport
Marshall Airfield	—	Small Airport
Maryborough Airport	—	Small Airport
Melton Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Raywood Airfield	—	Small Airport
Riddell Airport	—	Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Romsey Airport	—	Small Airport
Smeaton airfield private	—	Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield	—	Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport	—	Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Woodvale Airport	—	Small Airport

Post Offices in Harcourt

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Harcourt Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harcourt

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Sutton Grange Uniting Church

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 Harcourt

What is the population of Harcourt?

Harcourt has a population of 897 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Harcourt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,384, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,800 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Harcourt?

Harcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

How is the job market in Harcourt?

Harcourt has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $488. There are 85 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Harcourt?

The median home value in Harcourt is $171,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $859. The homeownership rate is 86.9%.

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About Harcourt

Population

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Harcourt vs Australia Average

Income: Harcourt vs Australia

Commute Mode

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Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Climate in Harcourt

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Earthquake History

Nearby Volcanoes

Monthly Weather

Schools in Harcourt

Radio Stations near Harcourt

Museums in Harcourt

Libraries in Harcourt

Farmers Markets in Harcourt

Restaurants in Harcourt

Monuments in Harcourt

Gas Stations in Harcourt

Breweries in Harcourt

Stadiums & Teams in Harcourt

Airports Near Harcourt

Post Offices in Harcourt

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Quick Facts

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