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Hindmarsh Island, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Hindmarsh Island is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,341. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

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1,341 Population 10/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$19,638 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$19,638 median income, 6.4% unemployment
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Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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About Hindmarsh Island

Hindmarsh Island is an inland river island located in the lower Murray River near the town of Goolwa, South Australia.

People

Population1,341
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,638
Per Capita$19,638
Unemployment6.4%

Housing

F
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership79.2%
Housing Units536

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population1,341
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-35.5101°, 138.8676°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (579 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,638
Median Age60.0 years

About Hindmarsh Island

Hindmarsh Island is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,341. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Hindmarsh Island has a population of 1,341 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,341
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above Australia avg
140.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hindmarsh Island vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hindmarsh Island is $19,638, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,638 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $378, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 127 business establishments.

Income: Hindmarsh Island vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,638
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,638
Avg Weekly Wage$378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hindmarsh Island is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 536 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.2%
Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied20.8%
Housing Units536

Property Tax

Climate in Hindmarsh Island

Hindmarsh Island has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.9°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 430 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.9°C / 70°F 16.1° / 25.7° 18.1
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 15.8° / 24.8° 18.5
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 14.6° / 24.2° 18.5
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 12.7° / 22.1° 29.8
May 14.6°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.6° 46.8
Jun 12.2°C / 54°F 8.5° / 16° 54.7
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 8.1° / 15.6° 59.9
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 8.2° / 16.5° 54.6
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 9.5° / 18.9° 46.0
Oct 16°C / 61°F 10.9° / 21.2° 33.2
Nov 18.4°C / 65°F 13.1° / 23.7° 25.8
Dec 19.9°C / 68°F 14.7° / 25.1° 23.9
Hindmarsh Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 22.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area140.3 sq mi (363.2 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-35.5101°N, 138.8676°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.8"
40% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.32"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 147 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 47 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 58 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 40 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 138 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 56 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 130 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 36 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 69 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 46 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
April 62°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in

Hindmarsh Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Hindmarsh Island

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Lofty 88.9 AAC 24 kbps

Museums in Hindmarsh Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Goolwa Museum-National Trust
Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
National Trust Museum and Gift Shop
Port Elliot Railway Station - National Trust
Victor Harbor Station Master's Residence

Libraries in Hindmarsh Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Elliot Depot0.0

Farmers Markets in Hindmarsh Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market

Airports Near Hindmarsh Island

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
Adelaide Parafield AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga private airstripSmall Airport
Cherry Gardens AirstripSmall Airport
Claremont AirbaseSmall Airport
Goolwa AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh International AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh Island private stripSmall Airport
Huntfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Meningie AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Strathalbyn AirportSmall Airport
Woodside AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Hindmarsh Island

What is the population of Hindmarsh Island?

Hindmarsh Island has a population of 1,341 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hindmarsh Island expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,638, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hindmarsh Island?

Hindmarsh Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.

How is the job market in Hindmarsh Island?

The unemployment rate in Hindmarsh Island is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $378. There are 127 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hindmarsh Island?

The median home value in Hindmarsh Island is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 79.2%.

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