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Milawa, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Milawa is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 592. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
592 Population 0/sq mi density
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$27,750 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,750 median income, 1.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$171,200 home value, $856/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population592
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,750
Per Capita$27,750
Unemployment1.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$171,200
Rent$856
Ownership90.2%
Housing Units237

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Population592
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates-36.4333°, 146.4333°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,750
Median Age47.0 years

About Milawa

Milawa is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 592. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Milawa has a population of 592 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,623.7 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

592
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
1,623.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Milawa vs Australia Average

The median household income in Milawa is $27,750, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,750 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $534, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Milawa vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,750
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,750
Avg Weekly Wage$534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Milawa is $171,200, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 90.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 237 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,200
39% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.2%
Owner-Occupied90.2%
Renter-Occupied9.8%
Housing Units237

Property Tax

Climate in Milawa

Milawa has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.3°C / 74°F 14.4° / 32.3° 43.1
Feb 22.6°C / 73°F 14° / 31.3° 44.3
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 10.7° / 27.7° 39.4
Apr 14.6°C / 58°F 6.6° / 22.6° 36.2
May 10.7°C / 51°F 3.9° / 17.5° 50.9
Jun 8.4°C / 47°F 2.7° / 14.1° 61.4
Jul 7.8°C / 46°F 2.5° / 13.1° 63.4
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 2.7° / 14.6° 58.6
Sep 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.7° 56.3
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 6.2° / 21.6° 53.2
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 9.1° / 26° 49.2
Dec 20.7°C / 69°F 11.8° / 29.6° 48.0
Milawa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area1,623.7 sq mi (4,205.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4333°N, 146.4333°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 111 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 113 km
Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 117 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 113 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 72 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 91 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 29 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 41 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 70 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 46 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 147 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 147 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 88 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 75 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 133 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 102 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 128 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 41 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 79 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
July 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in

Milawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 47°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Milawa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Milawa Primary School
Everton Primary School
Carraragarmungee Primary School
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Radio Stations near Milawa

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.9 The Light christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mansfield MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mansfield 99.7FM community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Milawa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cobb & Co
Eldorado Museum
Glenrowan Museum
Kate's Cottage

Libraries in Milawa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Wangaratta Library0.0

Restaurants in Milawa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brown Brothers Restaurant

Monuments in Milawa

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Approx. site of Hume and Hovell camp 24 Nov 1824
Hume & Hovell Centenary Cairn

Gas Stations in Milawa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #5391627444

Golf Courses in Milawa

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tarrawingee Golf Club

Breweries in Milawa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Dog Brewery

Airports Near Milawa

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albury AirportABXMedium Airport
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) AirportSmall Airport
Beechworth AirstripSmall Airport
Berrigan AirstripSmall Airport
Delatite AirstripSmall Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) AirportSmall Airport
Mansfield AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Mount Beauty AirportSmall Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
St James Private airfieldSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Yarrawonga AirportSmall Airport

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 Milawa

What is the population of Milawa?

Milawa has a population of 592 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,623.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Milawa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,750, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,200 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Milawa?

Milawa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in Milawa?

The job market in Milawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $534. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Milawa?

The median home value in Milawa is $171,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $856. The homeownership rate is 90.2%.

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