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Midway Point, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Midway Point is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,780. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,780 Population 5/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$26,364 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,364 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$208,400 home value, $1,042/mo rent

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About Midway Point

Midway Point

Midway Point is a residential locality in the local government area (LGA) of Sorell in the South-east LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south-west of the town of Sorell. The 2016 census recorded a population of 2859 for the state suburb of Midway Point.
It is located on a small peninsula with Orielton Lagoon on its eastern side and Pittwater on its southern and western sides. The suburb meets the mid-way point of the Sorell Causeway from Hobart to Sorell, hence the name. Mcgees Bridge is connected to Midway Point on the Pittwater side.
The suburb lies close to Hobart Airport and is approximately 21 km to Hobart via the Tasman Highway. In recent years Midway Point has become a popular commuter town for people working in Hobart.

People

Population2,780
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,364
Per Capita$26,364
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$208,400
Rent$1,042
Ownership75.4%
Housing Units1,112

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population2,780
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates-42.7948°, 147.5288°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,364
Median Age38.0 years

About Midway Point

Midway Point is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,780. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Midway Point has a population of 2,780 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,780
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Midway Point vs Australia Average

The median household income in Midway Point is $26,364, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,364 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $507, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 264 business establishments.

Income: Midway Point vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,364
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,364
Avg Weekly Wage$507

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)264

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Midway Point is $208,400, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 75.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,112 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,400
26% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.4%
Owner-Occupied75.4%
Renter-Occupied24.6%
Housing Units1,112

Property Tax

Climate in Midway Point

Midway Point has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Midway Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-42.7948°N, 147.5288°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 65 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Midway Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Midway Point

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Midway Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery

Libraries in Midway Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Midway Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Midway Point

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barilla Bay Restaurant, oyster farm

Gas Stations in Midway Point

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol

Golf Courses in Midway Point

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pittwater Golf Course
Tasmania Golf Club

Breweries in Midway Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Midway Point

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Airports Near Midway Point

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Swansea AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Midway Point

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

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 Midway Point

What is the population of Midway Point?

Midway Point has a population of 2,780 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Midway Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,364, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,400 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Midway Point?

Midway Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Midway Point?

Midway Point has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $507. There are 264 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Midway Point?

The median home value in Midway Point is $208,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,042. The homeownership rate is 75.4%.

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