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Kaniva, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Kaniva is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 746. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
746 Population 1/sq mi density
476 ft Elevation 145 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,463 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,463 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$70,400 home value, $352/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population746
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,463
Per Capita$21,463
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,400
Rent$352
Ownership84.4%
Housing Units298

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Population746
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Coordinates-36.3786°, 141.2422°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation17.8 inches (453 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,463
Median Age51.0 years

About Kaniva

Kaniva is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 746. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet (145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Kaniva has a population of 746 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,439.8 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

746
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
1,439.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kaniva vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kaniva is $21,463, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,463 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $413, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 71 business establishments.

Income: Kaniva vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,463
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,463
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kaniva is $70,400, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $352 (70% below the national average of $1,163). 84.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 298 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,400
75% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$352
70% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.4%
Owner-Occupied84.4%
Renter-Occupied15.6%
Housing Units298

Property Tax

Climate in Kaniva

Kaniva has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (23°C), the coldest is Jul (9.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 345 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 14.2° / 31.7° 27.9
Feb 22°C / 72°F 13.5° / 30.4° 16.9
Mar 19.5°C / 67°F 11.6° / 27.4° 15.1
Apr 15.9°C / 61°F 9.1° / 22.7° 21.0
May 12.4°C / 54°F 6.9° / 17.8° 31.6
Jun 9.6°C / 49°F 4.5° / 14.7° 36.2
Jul 9.3°C / 49°F 4.5° / 14.1° 35.5
Aug 10°C / 50°F 4.5° / 15.4° 42.9
Sep 12.1°C / 54°F 5.8° / 18.4° 31.8
Oct 15.2°C / 59°F 7.5° / 22.9° 30.6
Nov 18.5°C / 65°F 10.4° / 26.6° 26.6
Dec 20.5°C / 69°F 12.2° / 28.9° 28.6
Kaniva enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area1,439.8 sq mi (3,729.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.3786°N, 141.2422°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 11, 1998.

Mar 11, 1998 19 km WSW of Bordertown, Australia M3.0 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (16°C) 1.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Kaniva has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 48°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kaniva

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaniva College
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Radio Stations near Kaniva

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Cafes in Kaniva

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Windmill Cafe

Gas Stations in Kaniva

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaniva Community Roadhouse

Banks in Kaniva

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Golf Courses in Kaniva

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaniva Golf Club

Airports Near Kaniva

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordertown AirportSmall Airport
Edenhope AirportSmall Airport
Kaniva AirportSmall Airport
Naracoorte AirportNACSmall Airport
Nhill AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kaniva

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

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 Kaniva

What is the population of Kaniva?

Kaniva has a population of 746 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,439.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kaniva expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,463, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,400 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $352 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kaniva?

Kaniva enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches.

How is the job market in Kaniva?

Kaniva has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $413. There are 71 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kaniva?

The median home value in Kaniva is $70,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $352. The homeownership rate is 84.4%.

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