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Latrobe, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Latrobe is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 4,058. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,058 Population 91/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$21,226 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,226 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Latrobe

Latrobe

Latrobe is a town in north-western Tasmania, Australia on the Mersey River. It is 8 km south-east of Devonport on the Bass Highway. It is the main centre of the Latrobe Council. At the 2006 census, Latrobe had a population of 2,843. By the 2016 census, this had increased to 4,169.
The locality is in the Latrobe Council area, but with a mere 0.1% in the Kentish Council LGA.

People

Population4,058
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density91/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,226
Per Capita$21,226
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units1,623

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population4,058
Population Density91 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-41.2464°, 146.4246°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (824 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,226
Median Age43.0 years

About Latrobe

Latrobe is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 4,058. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Latrobe has a population of 4,058 with a density of 91 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,058
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
44.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Latrobe vs Australia Average

The median household income in Latrobe is $21,226, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,226 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $408, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 386 business establishments.

Income: Latrobe vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,226
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,226
Avg Weekly Wage$408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)386

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Latrobe is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,623 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units1,623

Property Tax

Climate in Latrobe

Latrobe has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 12.4° / 21.6° 48.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.9° 35.1
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.4° 42.8
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.7° 56.8
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.5° 64.4
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 72.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4.8° / 12.9° 85.7
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 5° / 13.2° 77.6
Sep 10.2°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.3° 75.8
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.4° / 15.9° 55.2
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18° 56.8
Dec 15.3°C / 60°F 10.8° / 19.8° 47.5
Latrobe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 32.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below Australia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates-41.2464°N, 146.4246°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.5"
15% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 134 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 39 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 62 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
July 40°F (5°C) 5.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in

Latrobe has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Latrobe

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sassafras Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic School
Latrobe High School
Latrobe Primary School
Geneva Christian College
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Museums in Latrobe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axeman's Hall of Fame
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Home Hill
Latrobe Courthouse Museum
Sherwood Hall
The Hive Museum

Libraries in Latrobe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devonport Library0.0
Latrobe Library0.0

Hotels in Latrobe

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Latrobe Art Apartments
Lucas Hotel

Restaurants in Latrobe

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belly's Bar N Grill
Eastford Creek Vineyard
Thai Imperial

Cafes in Latrobe

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

House of Anvers Chocolate Factory
Reliquaire

Clinics in Latrobe

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Latrobe Family Medical Practice

Gas Stations in Latrobe

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3975242062
Caltex
United
United

Banks in Latrobe

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Airports Near Latrobe

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Latrobe

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St David's
St Lukes Anglican Church
St Patrick's Catholic Church

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 Latrobe

What is the population of Latrobe?

Latrobe has a population of 4,058 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Latrobe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,226, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Latrobe?

Latrobe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.

How is the job market in Latrobe?

The unemployment rate in Latrobe is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $408. There are 386 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Latrobe?

The median home value in Latrobe is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

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