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Minlaton, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Minlaton is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,060. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,060 Population 1/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
16.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$19,604 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Minlaton

Minlaton

Minlaton is a town in central Yorke Peninsula, South Australia. It is known as the "Barley capital of the world", due to the rich Barley production in the region.

People

Population1,060
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,604
Per Capita$19,604
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership77.6%
Housing Units424

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Population1,060
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates-34.7710°, 137.5958°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation16.2 inches (412 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,604
Median Age56.0 years

About Minlaton

Minlaton is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,060. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Minlaton has a population of 1,060 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,060
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
832.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Minlaton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Minlaton is $19,604, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,604 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $377, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Minlaton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,604
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,604
Avg Weekly Wage$377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Minlaton is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 77.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 424 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.6%
Owner-Occupied77.6%
Renter-Occupied22.4%
Housing Units424

Property Tax

Climate in Minlaton

Minlaton has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 361 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 15.3° / 29.7° 15.5
Feb 22°C / 72°F 15.3° / 28.7° 19.9
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 14.2° / 26.7° 15.3
Apr 17.6°C / 64°F 11.9° / 23.4° 27.9
May 14.6°C / 58°F 9.9° / 19.3° 38.9
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.6° / 16.2° 49.8
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 7° / 15.3° 49.8
Aug 11.5°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.4° 44.0
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 7.9° / 19.3° 36.0
Oct 16°C / 61°F 9.4° / 22.7° 24.8
Nov 19°C / 66°F 11.9° / 26.1° 20.4
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 13.6° / 28° 18.9
Minlaton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 52°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 16.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area832.5 sq mi (2,156.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.7710°N, 137.5958°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.2"
57% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.32"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 119 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 149 km
Oct 27, 1995 69 km WSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.8 70 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 121 km
May 6, 1998 near the coast of South Australia M3.7 99 km
Mar 11, 2006 86 km W of Kingscote, Australia M3.5 140 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 28 km
Jul 17, 2006 55 km S of Cowell, Australia M3.4 90 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 102 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 149 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 119 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 125 km
May 2, 2003 26 km ENE of Kadina, Australia M2.9 106 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 104 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 45 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Minlaton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Minlaton

Institution Type Founded Website
Prince Alfred College Wambana Campus College Visit →

Museums in Minlaton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bublacowie Military Museum
Minlaton Museum-National Trust

Cafes in Minlaton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rendezvous Cafe

Monuments in Minlaton

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harry Butler Red Devil Memorial

Golf Courses in Minlaton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Minlaton Golf Course

Airports Near Minlaton

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardrossan AirportSmall Airport
Balaklava AirportSmall Airport
Maitland AirportSmall Airport
Minlaton AirportXMLSmall Airport
Yorketown AirportORRSmall Airport

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UFO Sightings
1
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Minlaton

What is the population of Minlaton?

Minlaton has a population of 1,060 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 832.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Minlaton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,604, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Minlaton?

Minlaton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.2 inches.

How is the job market in Minlaton?

Minlaton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $377. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Minlaton?

The median home value in Minlaton is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 77.6%.

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