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Mallacoota, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Mallacoota is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,062. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,062 Population 0/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
38.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$19,976 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$19,976 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$124,400 home value, $622/mo rent

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About Mallacoota

Mallacoota

Mallacoota is a town in the East Gippsland region in the state of Victoria, Australia. At the 2021 census, Mallacoota had a population of 1,183. It is the last official township on Victoria's east coast before the border with New South Wales. Mallacoota has a regional airport YMCO (XMC) consisting of a gravel runway for light planes and an asphalt runway for commercial planes flying from Melbourne.

People

Population1,062
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$19,976
Per Capita$19,976
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,400
Rent$622
Ownership83.0%
Housing Units425

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population1,062
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-37.5590°, 149.7541°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation38.1 inches (967 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,976
Median Age59.0 years

About Mallacoota

Mallacoota is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,062. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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 38.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Mallacoota has a population of 1,062 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,062
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mallacoota vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mallacoota is $19,976, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,976 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $384, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Mallacoota vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,976
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,976
Avg Weekly Wage$384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mallacoota is $124,400, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $622 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 83.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 425 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,400
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$622
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.0%
Owner-Occupied83.0%
Renter-Occupied17.0%
Housing Units425

Property Tax

Climate in Mallacoota

Mallacoota has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 15.9° / 24.6° 57.1
Feb 19.8°C / 68°F 15.8° / 23.8° 67.6
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 14.6° / 22.7° 78.1
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 12.1° / 20.4° 91.2
May 13.5°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.7° 81.6
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 7.2° / 15.5° 108.8
Jul 10.6°C / 51°F 6.2° / 15° 81.2
Aug 11°C / 52°F 6.3° / 15.8° 70.5
Sep 12.9°C / 55°F 8.2° / 17.6° 66.3
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.4° 71.4
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 12.4° / 21.1° 84.0
Dec 18.2°C / 65°F 14.1° / 22.4° 65.4
Mallacoota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.5590°N, 149.7541°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Apr 1, 1990.

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in

Mallacoota has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Mallacoota

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Methodist Ladies' College Marshmead - - - -
Mallacoota P-12 College - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mallacoota

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2BRW Braidwood FM braidwood, classic rock AAC 104 kbps
2EC community radio, local news AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Mallacoota

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WWII Bunker Museum

Hotels in Mallacoota

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gipsy Point Lakeside
Gipsy Point Lodge

Restaurants in Mallacoota

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lucy's

Cafes in Mallacoota

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scallywags

Gas Stations in Mallacoota

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Caltex

Banks in Mallacoota

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Mallacoota

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mallacoota Golf & Country Club

Airports Near Mallacoota

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Bombala Airport-Small Airport
Cann River Airport-Small Airport
Gabo Island Airport-Small Airport
Mallacoota AirportXMCSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mallacoota

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mallacoota

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Peter's Co-operating Church
St Peter's Co-operating Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Mallacoota

What is the population of Mallacoota?

Mallacoota has a population of 1,062 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mallacoota expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,976, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,400 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $622 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mallacoota?

Mallacoota 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 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches.

How is the job market in Mallacoota?

The job market in Mallacoota is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $384. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mallacoota?

The median home value in Mallacoota is $124,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $622. The homeownership rate is 83.0%.

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