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Huonville, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Huonville is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,666. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,666 Population 352/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$22,240 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,240 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About Huonville

Huonville

Huonville HYOO-on-vil is a town located on the banks of the Huon River in the Huon Valley, in the south-east of Tasmania, Australia. It serves as the administrative centre of the Huon Valley Council and is the largest town in the Huon Valley region. Situated approximately 38 kilometres south of the state capital, Hobart, Huonville acts as a gateway to Tasmania’s wilderness areas and the Southwest National Park.

People

Population2,666
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density352/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,240
Per Capita$22,240
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership72.8%
Housing Units1,066

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,666
Population Density352 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-43.0312°, 147.0481°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$22,240
Median Age41.0 years

About Huonville

Huonville is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,666. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Huonville has a population of 2,666 with a density of 352 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,666
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Huonville vs Australia Average

The median household income in Huonville is $22,240, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,240 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $428, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 253 business establishments.

Income: Huonville vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,240
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,240
Avg Weekly Wage$428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)253

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Huonville is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,066 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.8%
Owner-Occupied72.8%
Renter-Occupied27.2%
Housing Units1,066

Property Tax

Climate in Huonville

Huonville has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 702 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.7°C / 62°F 9.9° / 23.5° 41.4
Feb 15.9°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.6° 50.6
Mar 14.7°C / 58°F 8.1° / 21.3° 39.3
Apr 11.9°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.8° 44.7
May 9.7°C / 49°F 4.4° / 15° 68.2
Jun 7.3°C / 45°F 1.9° / 12.7° 62.4
Jul 7.1°C / 45°F 2° / 12.2° 65.8
Aug 8°C / 46°F 2.7° / 13.3° 84.1
Sep 9.9°C / 50°F 4.4° / 15.4° 70.3
Oct 11.4°C / 53°F 5.6° / 17.3° 61.6
Nov 13.4°C / 56°F 7.5° / 19.2° 53.1
Dec 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21° 60.9
Huonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates-43.0312°N, 147.0481°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 94 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
August 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in

Huonville has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Huonville

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Huonville High School
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Radio Stations near Huonville

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Huonville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Cygnet Living History Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Schoolmasters House
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum
The Wooden Boat Centre

Libraries in Huonville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cygnet Library0.0
Geeveston Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0

Hotels in Huonville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grand Hotel

Restaurants in Huonville

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lost Captain

Cafes in Huonville

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boar Shed Cafe

Gas Stations in Huonville

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12273325802
Mood Food Huonville

Banks in Huonville

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Huonville

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Ski Resorts Near Huonville

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Huonville

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Post Offices in Huonville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Huonville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Huonville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 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 Huonville

What is the population of Huonville?

Huonville has a population of 2,666 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 352 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Huonville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,240, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Huonville?

Huonville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in Huonville?

Huonville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $428. There are 253 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Huonville?

The median home value in Huonville is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 72.8%.

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