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Merrijig, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Merrijig is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 735. Elevation: 1,503 ft (458 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
735 Population 0/sq mi density
1,503 ft Elevation 458 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
50.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,400 home value, $932/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population735
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,400
Rent$932
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units294

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)
Population735
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)
Coordinates-37.1000°, 146.2500°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation50.0 inches (1,270 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Merrijig

Merrijig is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 735. The city sits at an elevation of 1,503 feet (458 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Merrijig has a population of 735 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,918.8 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

735
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg
1,918.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Merrijig vs Australia Average

The median household income in Merrijig is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Merrijig vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Merrijig is $186,400, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 294 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,400
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units294

Property Tax

Merrijig experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,503 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)
Area1,918.8 sq mi (4,969.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.1000°N, 146.2500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.0"
32% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 134 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 143 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 37 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 132 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 38 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 88 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 40 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 134 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 116 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 108 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 81 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 145 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 75 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 145 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 147 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 88 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 148 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 43 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 142 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
February 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Driest
March 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.9 in
June 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in
July 42°F (6°C) 6.2 in Coldest
August 44°F (6°C) 6.6 in Wettest
September 47°F (9°C) 5.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in

Merrijig has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 42°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.6") and February the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Merrijig

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Merrijig Primary School
Geelong Grammar School Timbertop Campus
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Museums in Merrijig

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Alpine Museum of Australia

Libraries in Merrijig

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mansfield Library0.0

Hotels in Merrijig

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merrijig Motor Inn Resort

Restaurants in Merrijig

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merrijig Motor Inn Resort
Peaks Bar & Restaurant

Theatres in Merrijig

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Amphitheatre

Breweries in Merrijig

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Social Bandit Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Merrijig

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Buller 0.0 $0

Airports Near Merrijig

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) AirportSmall Airport
Beechworth AirstripSmall Airport
Delatite AirstripSmall Airport
Eildon Weir AirportSmall Airport
Euroa AerodromeSmall Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) AirportSmall Airport
Mansfield AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
Snowy Range AirfieldSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Yea AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merrijig

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Timbertop Chapel

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Merrijig

What is the population of Merrijig?

Merrijig has a population of 735 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,918.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Merrijig expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,400 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Merrijig?

Merrijig has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.

How is the job market in Merrijig?

Merrijig has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Merrijig?

The median home value in Merrijig is $186,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $932. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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