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Mayfield, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Mayfield is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,444. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,444 Population 10/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$16,697 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,697 median income, 13.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$134,000 home value, $670/mo rent

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About Mayfield

Mayfield is a residential locality in the local government area (LGA) of Launceston in the Launceston LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) north of the town of Launceston. The 2016 census recorded a population of 1454 for the state suburb of Mayfield.
It is a state suburb in Tasmania. It is located north of Launceston.

People

Population1,444
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,697
Per Capita$16,697
Unemployment13.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$134,000
Rent$670
Ownership46.2%
Housing Units578

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Population1,444
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates-41.3876°, 147.1305°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,697
Median Age34.0 years

About Mayfield

Mayfield is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,444. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Mayfield has a population of 1,444 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,444
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
149.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mayfield vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mayfield is $16,697, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,697 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $321, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 137 business establishments.

Income: Mayfield vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,697
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,697
Avg Weekly Wage$321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.3%
269% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)137

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mayfield is $134,000, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 46.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 578 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,000
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership46.2%
Owner-Occupied46.2%
Renter-Occupied53.8%
Housing Units578

Property Tax

Climate in Mayfield

Mayfield has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 12.8° / 24.9° 50.6
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.7° 33.1
Mar 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.7° 37.9
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 19° 52.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.9° / 15.8° 63.5
Jun 8.1°C / 47°F 2.9° / 13.3° 66.1
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.8° 78.7
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.8° 83.1
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.1° / 15.7° 63.8
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 7° / 18.2° 47.5
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 9.2° / 20.6° 52.8
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 11° / 22.7° 46.9
Mayfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (386.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-41.3876°N, 147.1305°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

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 95 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 68 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 121 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
August 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in

Mayfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Mayfield

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Tamar Primary School
Brooks High School
Seabrook Christian School - Launceston Campus
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Radio Stations near Mayfield

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS christian, faith MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Mayfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Sotherton'
City Park Radio Museum
Interpretation Centre (Duck Reach Power Station)
Launceston Tramway Museum
National Automobile Museum
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
Woolmers Historic Estate

Libraries in Mayfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Launceston Library0.0
libraries Tansania0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
Longford Library0.0
Ravenswood Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mayfield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Evandale Sunday Markets
Evandale Sunday Markets
Launceston Harvest Market

Cafes in Mayfield

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pie Face
Polytechnic Café
West's Star Bakery

Gas Stations in Mayfield

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Newnham
United

Gyms in Mayfield

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #319356026

Golf Courses in Mayfield

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mowbray Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Mayfield

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Mayfield

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ben Lomond 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mayfield

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Avoca AirportSmall Airport
Boobyalla AirfieldSmall Airport
Bridport 2nd AirstripSmall Airport
Campbell Town AirportSmall Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest (Scottsdale)Small Airport
Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport)Small Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle)Small Airport
North Campbell Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Original Barnbougle AirstripSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
Tomahawk AirstripSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Valley Field AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mayfield

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Susie Fisher's Newnham Pharmacy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mayfield

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Barnabas' Anglican 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 Mayfield

What is the population of Mayfield?

Mayfield has a population of 1,444 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mayfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,697, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,000 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mayfield?

Mayfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.

How is the job market in Mayfield?

The job market in Mayfield faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $321. There are 137 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mayfield?

The median home value in Mayfield is $134,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $670. The homeownership rate is 46.2%.

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