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Moe South, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Moe South is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 508. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
508 Population 1/sq mi density
810 ft Elevation 247 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$27,310 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$27,310 median income, 5.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$193,800 home value, $969/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population508
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,310
Per Capita$27,310
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$193,800
Rent$969
Ownership94.9%
Housing Units203

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Population508
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Coordinates-38.2127°, 146.2524°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,310
Median Age47.0 years

About Moe South

Moe South is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 508. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet (247 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Moe South has a population of 508 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 692.4 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

508
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
692.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moe South vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moe South is $27,310, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,310 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $525, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Moe South vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,310
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,310
Avg Weekly Wage$525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moe South is $193,800, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $969 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 94.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 203 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,800
31% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$969
17% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.9%
Owner-Occupied94.9%
Renter-Occupied5.1%
Housing Units203

Property Tax

Climate in Moe South

Moe South has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 13.1° / 27° 47.9
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 13.3° / 27° 49.4
Mar 18°C / 64°F 11.3° / 24.6° 43.6
Apr 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 51.5
May 11.6°C / 53°F 6.4° / 16.9° 51.1
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 4.5° / 14.3° 61.3
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 3.8° / 13.8° 62.0
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 4.3° / 14.8° 70.0
Sep 11.6°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.2° 76.5
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 7.5° / 20.1° 63.0
Nov 15.8°C / 60°F 9.4° / 22.3° 74.1
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 11.4° / 24.8° 61.8
Moe South enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area692.4 sq mi (1,793.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-38.2127°N, 146.2524°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"
13% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 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 11 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 19 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 96 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 11 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 44 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 42 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 86 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 36 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 38 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 44 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 45 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 86 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 116 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 145 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 45 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 85 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 44 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 36 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 52 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
August 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
November 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in

Moe South has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 48°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Moe South

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Narracan Primary School
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Museums in Moe South

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boolarra Old School Museum
Old Brown Coal Mine Museum
Powerworks
Railway Trolley Shed

Libraries in Moe South

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Latrobe City Library - Churchill Sub-branch0.0
Mirboo North Library0.0
Morwell Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Moe South

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Moe Mall

Stadiums & Teams in Moe South

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Moe South

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Moe South

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Latrobe Valley AirportTGNMedium Airport
West Sale AirportSXEMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
JDandBooSmall Airport
Lake Glen Maggie Airfield (Coongulla)Small Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
Newry AirfieldSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport)Small Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport
Yanakie AirstripSmall Airport
Yarram AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
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 Moe South

What is the population of Moe South?

Moe South has a population of 508 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 692.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moe South expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,310, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,800 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moe South?

Moe South enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.

How is the job market in Moe South?

The unemployment rate in Moe South is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $525. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moe South?

The median home value in Moe South is $193,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $969. The homeownership rate is 94.9%.

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