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Koroit, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Koroit is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,022. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,022 Population 29/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$25,215 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,215 median income, 1.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About Koroit

Koroit

Koroit is a small rural town in western Victoria, Australia a few kilometres north of the Princes Highway, 18 kilometres (11 mi) north-west of Warrnambool and 272 kilometres (169 mi) west of Melbourne. It is in the Shire of Moyne local government area located amidst rolling green pastures on the north rim of Tower Hill. At the 2021 census, Koroit had a population of 2,184. The town borrows its name from the Koroitch Gundidj people who occupied the area prior to European colonisation.

People

Population2,022
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density29/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,215
Per Capita$25,215
Unemployment1.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership82.6%
Housing Units809

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population2,022
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates-38.2918°, 142.3673°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation35.3 inches (897 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,215
Median Age41.0 years

About Koroit

Koroit is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,022. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Koroit has a population of 2,022 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,022
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
69.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Koroit vs Australia Average

The median household income in Koroit is $25,215, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,215 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $485, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: Koroit vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,215
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,215
Avg Weekly Wage$485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Koroit is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 82.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 809 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership82.6%
Owner-Occupied82.6%
Renter-Occupied17.4%
Housing Units809

Property Tax

Climate in Koroit

Koroit has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.5°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.4°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.9° 36.5
Feb 18.5°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.6° 33.3
Mar 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 49.4
Apr 14.5°C / 58°F 9° / 20° 54.6
May 12°C / 54°F 7.5° / 16.5° 77.2
Jun 10°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.1° 72.4
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 5.5° / 13.5° 86.2
Aug 10°C / 50°F 5.8° / 14.3° 89.6
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.1° 75.5
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.5° / 18.1° 65.2
Nov 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 54.2
Dec 16.4°C / 62°F 10.2° / 22.6° 46.3
Koroit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 35.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.5 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-38.2918°N, 142.3673°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 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
Jan 5, 2002 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 147 km
Feb 6, 1999 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 150 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 118 km
Jun 30, 2005 59 km S of Port Fairy, Australia M3.5 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 59 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
August 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in

Koroit has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Koroit

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
Koroit and District Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Koroit

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Koroit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Warrnambool Library0.0

Hotels in Koroit

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mickey Bourke's Koroit Hotel

Gas Stations in Koroit

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #2909054055

Golf Courses in Koroit

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hawkesdale Golf Course

Breweries in Koroit

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Noodledoof Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Koroit

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Koroit

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton AirportHLTMedium Airport
Branxholme Airport-Small Airport
Chatsworth Airport-Small Airport
Cobden airport-Small Airport
Coleraine Airport-Small Airport
Lake Bolac Airport-Small Airport
Peterborough Airport-Small Airport
Port Fairy-Small Airport
Warrnambool AirportWMBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Koroit

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Koroit Post Office
Woolsthorpe LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Koroit

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Koroit Presbyterian 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 Koroit

What is the population of Koroit?

Koroit has a population of 2,022 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Koroit expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,215, 66% 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 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Koroit?

Koroit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches.

How is the job market in Koroit?

The job market in Koroit is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $485. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Koroit?

The median home value in Koroit is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 82.6%.

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