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Merrigum, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Merrigum is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 653. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
653 Population 0/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$18,827 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$18,827 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$101,400 home value, $507/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population653
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$18,827
Per Capita$18,827
Unemployment6.7%

Housing

B+
Home Value$101,400
Rent$507
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units261

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain21.0 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Population653
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates-36.3724°, 145.1322°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.0 inches (533 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,827
Median Age47.0 years

About Merrigum

Merrigum is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 653. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Merrigum has a population of 653 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,977.3 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

653
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
1,977.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Merrigum vs Australia Average

The median household income in Merrigum is $18,827, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,827 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $362, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 62 business establishments.

Income: Merrigum vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,827
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,827
Avg Weekly Wage$362

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Merrigum is $101,400, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $507 (56% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 261 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$507
56% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units261

Property Tax

Climate in Merrigum

Merrigum has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 438 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 14.7° / 30.3° 37.9
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.6° / 29.5° 27.9
Mar 19.3°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.5° 19.3
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 8.6° / 22.1° 32.6
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.4° / 17.4° 41.9
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 4.1° / 14.2° 39.5
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.2° / 13.3° 46.8
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14.6° 41.4
Sep 11.5°C / 53°F 5.3° / 17.6° 39.7
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 7.7° / 21.8° 39.3
Nov 18°C / 64°F 10.7° / 25.3° 39.2
Dec 20.3°C / 69°F 12.7° / 27.9° 32.1
Merrigum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 21.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area1,977.3 sq mi (5,121.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.3724°N, 145.1322°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.0"
45% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.01"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 136 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 133 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 112 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 71 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 44 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 91 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 99 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 107 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 78 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 30 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 126 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 127 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 86 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 5 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
August 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in

Merrigum has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Merrigum

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Merrigum Primary School
Lancaster Primary School
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Radio Stations near Merrigum

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Merrigum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rushworth Museum
Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum
Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum

Libraries in Merrigum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kyabram Library And Community Hub0.0
Mooroopna Library0.0
Rushworth Library0.0
Tatura Library0.0

Gas Stations in Merrigum

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merrigum Fire Station

Golf Courses in Merrigum

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merrigum Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Merrigum

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Merrigum

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Berrigan AirstripSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Euroa AerodromeSmall Airport
Finley AirportFLYSmall Airport
Kotta AirportSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Locksley FieldSmall Airport
Longwood AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Moama AirstripSmall Airport
Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Tocumwal AirportTCWSmall Airport
Torrumbarry AirportSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Wahring FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Merrigum

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post - Merrigum LPO

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Merrigum

What is the population of Merrigum?

Merrigum has a population of 653 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,977.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Merrigum expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,827, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,400 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $507 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Merrigum?

Merrigum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.0 inches.

How is the job market in Merrigum?

The unemployment rate in Merrigum is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $362. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Merrigum?

The median home value in Merrigum is $101,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $507. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

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