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Margate, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Margate is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 3,849. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Margate
Margate is a coastal town and locality in southern Tasmania, Australia, situated on the Channel Highway between the D'Entrecasteaux Channel and the Snug Tiers, approximately 7 km (4.3 mi) south of Kingston and 20 km (12 mi) south of the Hobart CBD. It lies mostly within the Kingborough Council local government area, with a small portion extending into the Huon Valley Council. The town is part of the Greater Hobart statistical area.
People
Economy
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CClimate
| Population | 3,849 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.0281°, 147.2626° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,986 |
| Median Age | 37.0 years |
About Margate
Margate is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 3,849. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Margate vs Australia Average
Income: Margate vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,986 |
| 63% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,986 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $538 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 366 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,400 |
| 20% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,127 |
| 3% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 84.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.8% |
| Housing Units | 1,540 |
Property Tax
Climate in Margate
Margate has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 702 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.0281°N, 147.2626°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in |
Margate has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Margate
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margate Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Channel Christian School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Margate
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 Margate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Museum | ||||
| Army Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Channel Museum | ||||
| Claremont War Memorial Hall | ||||
| Cygnet Living History Museum | ||||
| Gatekeeper Cottage | ||||
| Grote Reber Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Tasmania | ||||
| Matron's Quarters | ||||
| Mawsons Hut Replica Museum | ||||
| Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) | ||||
| Narryna Heritage Museum | ||||
| Rosny Barn | ||||
| Tasmania Police Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum | ||||
| Tasmanian Transport Museum | ||||
| The Wooden Boat Centre |
Libraries in Margate
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cygnet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Huonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LINC | 0.0 | |||||
| New Norfolk Lbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library of Tasmania | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Margate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Furniture | |||||
| Salamanca Market | |||||
| TCM Market |
Restaurants in Margate
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Margate
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Margate
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Margate
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Margate
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Margate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Deep South Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company | ||||
| Last Rites Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Margate
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Margate
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Mawson | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Margate
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart International Airport | HBA | Large Airport |
| Bothwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bruny Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cambridge Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Glendevie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jericho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagoon Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sandfly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Triabunna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Windrush International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| YDNA | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Margate
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Margate LPO |
Treatment Centers in Margate
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic | ||
| City Doctors & Travel Clinic | ||
| Gregory Street Psychology | ||
| Hopkins Street Medical Clinic | ||
| Millbrook Rise Centre | ||
| Psychology Centre | ||
| Sandy Bay Clinic | ||
| Sandy Bay Podiatry | ||
| Silk Laser Clinics | ||
| st.lukes Health |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Margate
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdon Hall of Jehovahs Witness | |
| Margate Christian Church | |
| Margate Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| One Way Christian Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Margate?
Margate has a population of 3,849 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.
Is Margate expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,986, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Margate?
Margate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
How is the job market in Margate?
Margate has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $538. There are 366 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Margate?
The median home value in Margate is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 84.2%.