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Kerang, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Kerang is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 3,837. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,837 Population 1/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$19,367 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$19,367 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Kerang

Kerang

Kerang is a town on the Loddon River in north-central Victoria, Australia. It is the commercial centre to an irrigation district based on livestock, horticulture, lucerne and grain. It is located 279 kilometres (173 mi) north-west of Melbourne on the Murray Valley Highway a few kilometres north of its intersection with the Loddon Valley Highway, elevation 78 metres (256 ft). At the 2021 census, Kerang had a population of 3,960. Kerang is believed to be an Aboriginal word for Cockatoo. It is home to Australia's largest solar and battery farm, which was opened in June 2019. The 50-megawatt battery system is located outside of Kerang and stores 100 per cent renewable energy. The 2,000 solar panels have become a tourist attraction and are drawing many businesses to the town.

People

Population3,837
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,367
Per Capita$19,367
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership76.1%
Housing Units1,535

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population3,837
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates-35.7349°, 143.9203°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation15.4 inches (392 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,367
Median Age51.0 years

About Kerang

Kerang is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 3,837. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Kerang has a population of 3,837 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,668.6 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,837
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
3,668.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kerang vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kerang is $19,367, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,367 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $372, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 365 business establishments.

Income: Kerang vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,367
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,367
Avg Weekly Wage$372

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)365

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kerang is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 76.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,535 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.1%
Owner-Occupied76.1%
Renter-Occupied23.9%
Housing Units1,535

Property Tax

Climate in Kerang

Kerang has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 365 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 16° / 32.7° 28.2
Feb 24°C / 75°F 15.9° / 32° 24.7
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 13.3° / 28.2° 20.5
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 9.8° / 23.4° 23.9
May 12.7°C / 55°F 6.9° / 18.5° 30.2
Jun 10.1°C / 50°F 5° / 15.2° 32.6
Jul 9.4°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.6° 33.3
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 4.7° / 16.6° 32.8
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 6.7° / 19.7° 37.7
Oct 16.4°C / 62°F 9.1° / 23.7° 29.8
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.6° 40.3
Dec 21.9°C / 71°F 13.8° / 30° 31.1
Kerang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area3,668.6 sq mi (9,501.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.7349°N, 143.9203°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.4"
59% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on May 26, 2010.

Oct 27, 2001 12 km ENE of Swan Hill, Australia M4.2 52 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 111 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 140 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 94 km
Jun 11, 1990 60 km SW of Hay, Australia M3.2 101 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 119 km
Mar 10, 2003 Victoria, Australia M3.1 73 km
Nov 4, 2002 57 km SW of Hay, Australia M3.1 104 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 105 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 60 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in

Kerang has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 48°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kerang

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kerang Primary School - - - -
St Joseph's Primary School - - - -
Kerang Christian College - - - -
Kerang Technical High School - - - -
Kerang South Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kerang

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Kerang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barham Branch Library0.0
Sir John Gorton Library0.0

Hotels in Kerang

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerang Valley Resort

Restaurants in Kerang

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Zorba's

Cafes in Kerang

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chinos on Victoria
Grays Bakery

Theatres in Kerang

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Community Hall

Dentists in Kerang

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerang Dental Surgery

Train Stations in Kerang

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerang

Gas Stations in Kerang

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #947742415
BP
BP
Fusion Fuels
Medco

Banks in Kerang

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank
Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Gyms in Kerang

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Fit Space Kerang

Golf Courses in Kerang

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerang Golf Club

Airports Near Kerang

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerang AirportKRAMedium Airport
Swan Hill AirportSWHMedium Airport
Bamawm Airport-Small Airport
Boort Airport-Small Airport
Charlton Airport-Small Airport
Cohuna Airport-Small Airport
Gunbower Airport-Small Airport
Kotta Airport-Small Airport
Lake Leagur Airport-Small Airport
Moulamein Airport-Small Airport
Natya Airport-Small Airport
Normanville Airport-Small Airport
Prairie Airport-Small Airport
Pyramid Hill Airport-Small Airport
Quambatook Airport-Small Airport
Torrumbarry Airport-Small Airport
Wright Field-Small Airport
Wycheproof Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kerang

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kerang Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kerang

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kerang Presbyterian Church
St Patrick's 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 Kerang

What is the population of Kerang?

Kerang has a population of 3,837 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,668.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kerang expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,367, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kerang?

Kerang 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 48°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches.

How is the job market in Kerang?

The unemployment rate in Kerang is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $372. There are 365 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kerang?

The median home value in Kerang is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 76.1%.

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