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Low Head, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Low Head is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 536. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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CHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 536 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.0800°, 146.8075° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (763 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,300 |
| Median Age | 61.0 years |
About Low Head
Low Head is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 536. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Low Head vs Australia Average
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Income
| Median HH Income | $19,300 |
| 74% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $371 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.9% |
| 147% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 51 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $129,600 |
| 54% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $648 |
| 44% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.5% |
| Housing Units | 214 |
Property Tax
Climate in Low Head
Low Head has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.9°C), the coldest is Jul (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 645 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 345.9 sq mi (895.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -41.0800°N, 146.8075°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in |
Low Head has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Low Head
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS | christian, faith | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Low Head
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Low Head
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| libraries Tansania | 0.0 |
Cafes in Low Head
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Low Head
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Low Head
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Low Head
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport Airport | DPO | Medium Airport |
| Launceston Airport | LST | Medium Airport |
| Bridport 2nd Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cranbourn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Nest (Scottsdale) | — | Small Airport |
| Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport) | — | Small Airport |
| George Town Airport | GEE | Small Airport |
| Long Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Longdown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle) | — | Small Airport |
| Mole Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Original Barnbougle Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rostella Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stony Head Military Area Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| The Vale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valley Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Low Head?
Low Head has a population of 536 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 345.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Low Head expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,300, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Low Head?
Low Head has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.
How is the job market in Low Head?
The job market in Low Head faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $371. There are 51 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Low Head?
The median home value in Low Head is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 72.5%.