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Lakes Entrance, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Lakes Entrance is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 4,850. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lakes Entrance
Lakes Entrance is a town in the Shire of East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 320 kilometres (200 mi) east of Melbourne, near a managed, artificial channel connecting the Gippsland Lakes to Bass Strait. At the 2016 census, Lakes Entrance had a population of 4,810.
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| Population | 4,850 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.8668°, 148.0016° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (783 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,373 |
| Median Age | 55.0 years |
About Lakes Entrance
Lakes Entrance is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 4,850. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lakes Entrance vs Australia Average
Income: Lakes Entrance vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $17,373 |
| 77% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,373 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $334 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 461 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $142,000 |
| 50% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $710 |
| 39% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,940 |
Property Tax
Climate in Lakes Entrance
Lakes Entrance has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 816 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.8668°N, 148.0016°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in |
Lakes Entrance has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Lakes Entrance
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East Australia Maritime Education Centre | College | — | — |
Schools in Lakes Entrance
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Brendan's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lakes Entrance Secondary College | — | — | — | — |
| Lakes Entrance Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lakes Entrance
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double J | — | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Lakes Entrance
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffiths Sea Shell Museum |
Libraries in Lakes Entrance
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes Entrance Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Lakes Entrance
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lakes Entrance
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lakes Entrance
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lakes Entrance
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lakes Entrance
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lakes Entrance
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lakes Entrance
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullant Brewery |
Airports Near Lakes Entrance
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bairnsdale Airport | BSJ | Medium Airport |
| Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Lakes Vi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kelly head airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lakes Entrance Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orbost Airport | RBS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lakes Entrance
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lakes Entrance?
Lakes Entrance has a population of 4,850 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Lakes Entrance expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,373, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $142,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Lakes Entrance?
Lakes Entrance enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.
How is the job market in Lakes Entrance?
The unemployment rate in Lakes Entrance is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $334. There are 461 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lakes Entrance?
The median home value in Lakes Entrance is $142,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $710. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.