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Metung, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Metung is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,382. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,382 Population 0/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$20,855 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$20,855 median income, 1.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$195,000 home value, $975/mo rent

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About Metung

Metung

Metung is a town in East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is 314 kilometres (195 mi) east of the state capital Melbourne and between the larger towns of Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance. It is on a small peninsula 31 kilometres (19 mi) south-east of Bairnsdale, separating Lake King and Bancroft Bay on the Gippsland Lakes.

People

Population1,382
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$20,855
Per Capita$20,855
Unemployment1.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$195,000
Rent$975
Ownership84.7%
Housing Units553

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population1,382
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-37.8915°, 147.8530°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,855
Median Age60.0 years

About Metung

Metung is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,382. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Metung has a population of 1,382 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,382
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above Australia avg
5,784.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Metung vs Australia Average

The median household income in Metung is $20,855, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,855 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $401, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 131 business establishments.

Income: Metung vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,855
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,855
Avg Weekly Wage$401

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)131

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Metung is $195,000, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below the national average of $1,163). 84.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 553 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,000
31% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.7%
Owner-Occupied84.7%
Renter-Occupied15.3%
Housing Units553

Property Tax

Climate in Metung

Metung has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.8°C / 68°F 13.4° / 26.3° 52.3
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.8° 51.1
Mar 17.7°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24° 45.6
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 20.9° 51.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.7° / 17.8° 33.9
Jun 10°C / 50°F 4.8° / 15.1° 63.3
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.8° 46.3
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 4.5° / 16° 34.9
Sep 11.9°C / 53°F 5.8° / 18° 47.2
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20.2° 59.6
Nov 16°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.1° 69.8
Dec 17.7°C / 64°F 11.5° / 23.9° 63.3
Metung enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8915°N, 147.8530°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 145 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 145 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 141 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 135 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 115 km
Jun 18, 2006 18 km ENE of Yarram, Australia M3.2 109 km
Jul 7, 2003 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia M3.2 33 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 128 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 138 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 136 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
July 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in

Metung has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Metung

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Metung Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Metung

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Double J - UNKNOWN

Museums in Metung

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bairnsdale Museum
Griffiths Sea Shell Museum
Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Paynesville Maritime Museum

Libraries in Metung

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bairnsdale Library0.0
Lakes Entrance Library0.0
Paynesville Library0.0

Golf Courses in Metung

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Metung Country Club Golf Course

Breweries in Metung

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bullant Brewery

Airports Near Metung

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bairnsdale AirportBSJMedium Airport
RAAF Base East Sale-Medium Airport
Clydebank private Airstrip-Small Airport
Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstrip-Small Airport
Gleneagles Park Station-Small Airport
Great Lakes Vi Airport-Small Airport
Kelly head airstrip-Small Airport
Lakes Entrance Airport-Small Airport
Lakes Entrance Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Metung

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Metung Post office
Metung Post office

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 Metung

What is the population of Metung?

Metung has a population of 1,382 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Metung expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,855, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $195,000 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Metung?

Metung enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

How is the job market in Metung?

The job market in Metung is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $401. There are 131 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Metung?

The median home value in Metung is $195,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $975. The homeownership rate is 84.7%.

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