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Hopetoun, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Hopetoun is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 719. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
719 Population 78/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$19,334 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$19,334 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $422/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population719
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density78/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$19,334
Per Capita$19,334
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$84,400
Rent$422
Ownership83.5%
Housing Units288

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population719
Population Density78 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates-35.7270°, 142.3663°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation14.1 inches (359 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,334
Median Age56.0 years

About Hopetoun

Hopetoun is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 719. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Hopetoun has a population of 719 with a density of 78 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

719
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hopetoun vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hopetoun is $19,334, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,334 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $372, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 68 business establishments.

Income: Hopetoun vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,334
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,334
Avg Weekly Wage$372

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hopetoun is $84,400, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $422 (64% below the national average of $1,163). 83.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 288 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$422
64% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.5%
Owner-Occupied83.5%
Renter-Occupied16.5%
Housing Units288

Property Tax

Hopetoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates-35.7270°N, 142.3663°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.1"
63% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 19, 2002.

Oct 27, 2001 12 km ENE of Swan Hill, Australia M4.2 128 km
Oct 23, 2000 New South Wales, Australia M3.6 138 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
July 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Hopetoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 49°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Hopetoun

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hopetoun P-12 College Secondary Campus
Hopetoun P-12 College Primary Campus
St Joseph's Primary School
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Cafes in Hopetoun

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bon Bon Cafe

Gas Stations in Hopetoun

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Hopetoun Fuel & Nursery Supplies

Golf Courses in Hopetoun

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hopetoun Golf Club
Speed Golf Club

Airports Near Hopetoun

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hopetoun AirportHTUMedium Airport
Warracknabeal AirportWKBMedium Airport
Beulah 1 AirportSmall Airport
Birchip AirportSmall Airport
Donald AirportSmall Airport
Koongarra AirportSmall Airport
Manangatang AirportSmall Airport
Nhill AirportSmall Airport
Ouyen AirportOYNSmall Airport
Patchewollock AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow AirportSmall Airport
Sea Lake AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hopetoun

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Joseph Memorial 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 Hopetoun

What is the population of Hopetoun?

Hopetoun has a population of 719 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hopetoun expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,334, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,400 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $422 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hopetoun?

Hopetoun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.

How is the job market in Hopetoun?

The job market in Hopetoun is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $372. There are 68 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hopetoun?

The median home value in Hopetoun is $84,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $422. The homeownership rate is 83.5%.

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