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McCrae, Australia

Victoria · Australia

McCrae is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,629. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,629 Population 1/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,911 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,911 median income, 3.9% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$220,800 home value, $1,104/mo rent

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About McCrae

McCrae

McCrae is a suburb on the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 59 km (37 mi) south of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the Shire of Mornington Peninsula local government area. McCrae recorded a population of 3,311 at the 2021 census.

People

Population2,629
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,911
Per Capita$24,911
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

D
Home Value$220,800
Rent$1,104
Ownership84.2%
Housing Units1,052

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population2,629
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-38.3497°, 144.9281°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,911
Median Age55.0 years

About McCrae

McCrae is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,629. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

McCrae has a population of 2,629 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,629
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

McCrae vs Australia Average

The median household income in McCrae is $24,911, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,911 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $479, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 250 business establishments.

Income: McCrae vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,911
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,911
Avg Weekly Wage$479

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)250

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in McCrae is $220,800, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 84.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,052 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,800
22% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.2%
Owner-Occupied84.2%
Renter-Occupied15.8%
Housing Units1,052

Property Tax

Climate in McCrae

McCrae has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 720 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.3°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.7° 36.2
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24.9° 40.8
Mar 18°C / 64°F 12.7° / 23.4° 41.9
Apr 15.1°C / 59°F 10.1° / 20.1° 60.0
May 12.6°C / 55°F 8.4° / 16.8° 72.8
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 6.6° / 14.3° 70.4
Jul 10°C / 50°F 6.3° / 13.7° 74.5
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 6.7° / 14.6° 80.1
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.7° 66.9
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 8.9° / 18.6° 62.9
Nov 16°C / 61°F 10.8° / 21.3° 55.4
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 12.1° / 22.7° 58.0
McCrae enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-38.3497°N, 144.9281°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 111 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 113 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 144 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 108 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 80 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 80 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 93 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 123 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 78 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 96 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 130 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 90 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 77 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 108 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 66 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 82 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 99 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 135 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 115 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
July 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in

McCrae has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in August to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near McCrae

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud - AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in McCrae

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballam Park Homestead
Dromana and District Historical Society Museum
Museum
Nepean Historical Society
Old Post Office Museum

Libraries in McCrae

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Frankston Library0.0
Mornington Peninsula Library0.0
Rosebud Library0.0
St Joachim's School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in McCrae

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Seaford Farmer's Market

Restaurants in McCrae

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alatonero
Arthurs Hotel

Cafes in McCrae

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eagle Cafe
Wildflower Cafe

Golf Courses in McCrae

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bay Views Golf Course

Breweries in McCrae

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mornington Peninsula Brewery
Red Hill Brewery
TWØBAYS Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in McCrae

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near McCrae

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bacchus Marsh Airport-Small Airport
Barwon Heads Airport-Small Airport
Bellbrae private airstrip-Small Airport
Bunurong Field-Small Airport
Ceres Airport-Small Airport
Coldstream Airport-Small Airport
Drysdale Airstrip-Small Airport
Fiskville Airport-Small Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield-Small Airport
Lilydale Airport-Small Airport
Lovely Banks Airport-Small Airport
Melton Airport-Small Airport
Nar Nar Goon Airstrip-Small Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base-Small Airport
Rothwell Airfield-Small Airport
St Leonards Airfield-Small Airport
Tooradin Airport-Small Airport
Torquay Airport-Small Airport
Tyabb Airport-Small Airport
Wonthaggi Airport-Small Airport
Wooloomanata Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in McCrae

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in McCrae

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Mornington Centre

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 McCrae

What is the population of McCrae?

McCrae has a population of 2,629 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is McCrae expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,911, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,800 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in McCrae?

McCrae enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in McCrae?

McCrae has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $479. There are 250 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in McCrae?

The median home value in McCrae is $220,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,104. The homeownership rate is 84.2%.

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