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Lachlan, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Lachlan is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 825. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
825 Population 0/sq mi density
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$23,694 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$23,694 median income, 6.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population825
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,694
Per Capita$23,694
Unemployment6.2%

Housing

D
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,028
Ownership96.3%
Housing Units330

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Population825
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°, 147.0500°
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$23,694
Median Age44.0 years

About Lachlan

Lachlan is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 825. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 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.

Lachlan has a population of 825 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

825
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
2,006.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lachlan vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lachlan is $23,694, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,694 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $456, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 78 business establishments.

Income: Lachlan vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,694
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,694
Avg Weekly Wage$456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)78

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lachlan is $205,600, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 96.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 330 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.3%
Owner-Occupied96.3%
Renter-Occupied3.7%
Housing Units330

Property Tax

Climate in Lachlan

Lachlan has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 704 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.2°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.7° 45.4
Feb 16.1°C / 61°F 9.5° / 22.7° 52.7
Mar 14.2°C / 58°F 7.8° / 20.6° 46.1
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.6° 53.7
May 9.8°C / 50°F 4.5° / 15.2° 42.5
Jun 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.6° 60.6
Jul 7.3°C / 45°F 2.2° / 12.4° 56.5
Aug 8.3°C / 47°F 3.1° / 13.5° 89.9
Sep 9.7°C / 49°F 4.2° / 15.2° 77.9
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.2° 63.2
Nov 13°C / 55°F 7.2° / 18.8° 59.8
Dec 14.7°C / 58°F 8.5° / 20.9° 55.7
Lachlan 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 581 feet.

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

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area2,006.7 sq mi (5,197.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8333°N, 147.0500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 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 73 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 119 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
August 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in

Lachlan has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Lachlan

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 Lachlan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Matron's Quarters
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Lachlan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0

Breweries in Lachlan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Plenty Cider
Two Metre Tall Farmhouse Ale & Cider

Stadiums & Teams in Lachlan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lachlan

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lachlan

11 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
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Lachlan

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre

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Waterfalls
2
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 Lachlan

What is the population of Lachlan?

Lachlan has a population of 825 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lachlan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,694, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lachlan?

Lachlan 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 Lachlan?

The unemployment rate in Lachlan is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $456. There are 78 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lachlan?

The median home value in Lachlan is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 96.3%.

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