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Horsham, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Horsham is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 16,985. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
16,985 Population 1,840/sq mi density
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,282 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,282 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,985
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,840/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,282
Per Capita$25,282
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

B+
Home Value$138,000
Rent$690
Ownership69.2%
Housing Units6,794

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Population16,985
Population Density1,840 / sq mi
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates-36.7113°, 142.1998°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,282
Median Age40.0 years

About Horsham

Horsham is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 16,985. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Horsham has a population of 16,985 with a density of 1,840 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,985
Total Population
1,840
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Horsham vs Australia Average

The median household income in Horsham is $25,282, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,282 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $486, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,614 business establishments.

Income: Horsham vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,282
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,282
Avg Weekly Wage$486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,614

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Horsham is $138,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below the national average of $1,163). 69.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,794 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,000
51% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.2%
Owner-Occupied69.2%
Renter-Occupied30.8%
Housing Units6,794

Property Tax

Climate in Horsham

Horsham has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 356 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 12.7° / 31.3° 30.8
Feb 21.6°C / 71°F 12.7° / 30.5° 19.8
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 10.4° / 27.1° 10.8
Apr 14.7°C / 58°F 7.2° / 22.2° 27.5
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.4° / 17.5° 35.5
Jun 9°C / 48°F 3.5° / 14.4° 39.3
Jul 8.6°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.8° 39.3
Aug 9°C / 48°F 3.1° / 15° 37.2
Sep 11.1°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.9° 36.8
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 5.7° / 21.9° 28.5
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 8.7° / 26.2° 30.2
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 10.6° / 28.8° 20.0
Horsham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 47°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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density1,840/sq mi
Coordinates-36.7113°N, 142.1998°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 1, 2011.

Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 89 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (121 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 121 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
July 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 56°F (14°C) 2.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in

Horsham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 47°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.1") and March the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Horsham

Institution Type Founded Website
Federation University, Wimmera Campus University — Visit →
Longerenong Agricultural College College — —

Schools in Horsham

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Horsham Primary School — — — —
Ss Michael and John's Primary School — — — —
St Brigid's College — — — —
Horsham Special School — — — —
Horsham College — — — —
Horsham West and Haven Primary School Horsham West Campus — — — —
Holy Trinity Lutheran School — — — —
Horsham Primary School Rasmussen Road Campus — — — —
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Radio Stations near Horsham

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Horsham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Horsham Regional Livestock Exchange

Hotels in Horsham

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham International Hotel

Restaurants in Horsham

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham Masala
Saengjan Thai Restaurant
Thai Basil
Toy's Garden Restaurant

Cafes in Horsham

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheeky Fox
Chickpea
Farmhouse
Farmhouse Providore & Cafe
Larder
Mr. Chef
Una Sosta

Cinemas in Horsham

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Cinemas

Theatres in Horsham

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wesley Performing Arts Centre

Clinics in Horsham

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lister House Medical Clinic

Dentists in Horsham

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham Dental Group

Veterinaries in Horsham

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham Veterinary Clinic and Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Horsham

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham

Gas Stations in Horsham

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Ampol
AU #1053920238
BP
BP
Endeavour Fuel
OTR
Pacific Fuel
Shell
Woolworths Petrol

Banks in Horsham

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank
BOM
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac/BOM

Shopping Malls in Horsham

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horsham Gateway Centre
Horsham Plaza

Golf Courses in Horsham

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Drung Golf Club
Pimpinio Golf Course

Airports Near Horsham

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Horsham AirportHSMMedium Airport
Stawell AirportSWCMedium Airport
Warracknabeal AirportWKBMedium Airport
Birchip Airport—Small Airport
Concongella private airfield—Small Airport
Grampians Airport—Small Airport
Koongarra Airport—Small Airport
Mount William Airport—Small Airport
Nhill Airport—Small Airport
Pomonal Airstrip—Small Airport
Victoria Valley Airbase—Small Airport

Post Offices in Horsham

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Horsham Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Horsham

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St John the Divine
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Horsham Church of Christ
Horsham Presbyterian Church
Horsham Uniting Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Salvation Army Horsham Corps
Ss. Michael & John's Catholic Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

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 Horsham

What is the population of Horsham?

Horsham has a population of 16,985 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,840 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Horsham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,282, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,000 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Horsham?

Horsham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.

How is the job market in Horsham?

Horsham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $486. There are 1,614 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Horsham?

The median home value in Horsham is $138,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $690. The homeownership rate is 69.2%.

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