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Hotham Heights, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Hotham Heights is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,221. Elevation: 5,581 ft (1,701 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,221 Population 43/sq mi density
5,581 ft Elevation 1,701 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
50.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$32,549 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$32,549 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$264,800 home value, $1,324/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,221
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density43/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,549
Per Capita$32,549
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$264,800
Rent$1,324
Ownership51.5%
Housing Units888

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation5,581 ft (1,701 m)
Population2,221
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation5,581 ft (1,701 m)
Coordinates-36.9930°, 147.1523°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,292 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,549
Median Age30.0 years

About Hotham Heights

Hotham Heights is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,221. The city sits at an elevation of 5,581 feet (1,701 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Hotham Heights has a population of 2,221 with a density of 43 people per square mile, spread across 51.5 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,221
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
51.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hotham Heights vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hotham Heights is $32,549, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,549 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $626, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 211 business establishments.

Income: Hotham Heights vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,549
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,549
Avg Weekly Wage$626

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)211

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hotham Heights is $264,800, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above the national average of $1,163). 51.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 888 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,800
6% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.5%
Owner-Occupied51.5%
Renter-Occupied48.5%
Housing Units888

Property Tax

Climate in Hotham Heights

Hotham Heights has an average annual temperature of 5.1°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jan (13°C), the coldest is Jul (-2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1585 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C / 55°F 8.8° / 17.3° 105.0
Feb 11.9°C / 53°F 7.7° / 16.1° 105.9
Mar 9.5°C / 49°F 5.7° / 13.3° 162.3
Apr 5.7°C / 42°F 2.8° / 8.6° 112.3
May 2.2°C / 36°F -0.1° / 4.5° 142.7
Jun -0.5°C / 31°F -2.4° / 1.4° 124.3
Jul -2°C / 28°F -3.8° / -0.3° 136.7
Aug -1.6°C / 29°F -3.7° / 0.4° 123.9
Sep 0.9°C / 34°F -1.7° / 3.5° 134.6
Oct 4.4°C / 40°F 0.9° / 7.8° 132.8
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F 4° / 11.7° 148.8
Dec 10°C / 50°F 5.7° / 14.2° 156.1
Hotham Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,581 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below Australia avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,581 ft (1,701 m)
Area51.5 sq mi (133.5 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates-36.9930°N, 147.1523°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"
34% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.79"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 110 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 90 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 130 km
Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 97 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 87 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 118 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 8 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 123 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 118 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 120 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 94 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 115 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 143 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 88 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 21 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 135 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 20 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 108 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 57 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
February 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
June 40°F (4°C) 5.7 in
July 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in Coldest
August 38°F (3°C) 5.8 in Wettest
September 42°F (6°C) 5.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in

Hotham Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near Hotham Heights

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hotham Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Falls Creek Museum
Harrietville Museum

Hotels in Hotham Heights

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arlberg

Restaurants in Hotham Heights

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotham Hotel
Miss Marys
Zirkys

Cafes in Hotham Heights

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chill Bar and Cafe
Joyce Brockoff Hut
Snake Gully Hut

Clinics in Hotham Heights

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mount Hotham Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Hotham Heights

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harrietville General Store

Shopping Malls in Hotham Heights

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JACKFROST

Breweries in Hotham Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nightingales Alpine Product

Ski Resorts Near Hotham Heights

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Hotham 0.0 $0
Falls Creek 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hotham Heights

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Hotham AirportMHUMedium Airport
Beechworth AirstripSmall Airport
Benambra AirportSmall Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) AirportSmall Airport
Lake Omeo Dry Lake UltralightportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Mitta Mitta AirportSmall Airport
Mount Beauty AirportSmall Airport
Omeo AirportSmall Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
Snowy Range AirfieldSmall Airport
Yea AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hotham Heights

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Harrietville General Store

Explore Near Hotham Heights

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Hotham Heights

What is the population of Hotham Heights?

Hotham Heights has a population of 2,221 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 51.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hotham Heights expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,549, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,800 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hotham Heights?

Hotham Heights has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.

How is the job market in Hotham Heights?

Hotham Heights has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $626. There are 211 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hotham Heights?

The median home value in Hotham Heights is $264,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,324. The homeownership rate is 51.5%.

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