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Moorak, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Moorak is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,225 Population 115/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$27,615 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,615 median income, 2.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Moorak

Moorak

Moorak is a southern suburb of Mount Gambier – a city in South Australia.

People

Population1,225
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density115/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,615
Per Capita$27,615
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units490

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population1,225
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates-37.8638°, 140.7426°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (748 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,615
Median Age42.0 years

About Moorak

Moorak is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Moorak has a population of 1,225 with a density of 115 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,225
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moorak vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moorak is $27,615, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,615 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $531, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Moorak vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,615
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,615
Avg Weekly Wage$531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moorak is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 490 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied6.4%
Housing Units490

Property Tax

Climate in Moorak

Moorak has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19°C / 66°F 12° / 26.1° 30.9
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.1° 26.3
Mar 17.2°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.6° 32.6
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 9° / 19.9° 48.2
May 12°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.4° 69.2
Jun 10°C / 50°F 6° / 14.1° 93.3
Jul 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.5° 95.4
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 5.9° / 14.6° 100.3
Sep 11.6°C / 53°F 6.8° / 16.3° 74.4
Oct 13°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.5° 55.7
Nov 15.4°C / 60°F 9.2° / 21.7° 46.1
Dec 17°C / 63°F 10.3° / 23.8° 39.5
Moorak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8638°N, 140.7426°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.5"
23% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 19, 2006.

Jan 5, 2002 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 44 km
Feb 6, 1999 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 45 km
Apr 19, 2006 50 km SW of Millicent, Australia M2.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (155 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 155 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in
July 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in

Moorak has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.7").

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Museums in Moorak

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Glencoe Woolshed-National Trust
Mount Gambier Courthouse Museum-National Trust
Mount Gambier RSL War Museum
Old Courthouse Gallery and Museum
Sexton's Cottage

Libraries in Moorak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Gambier Library0.0

Hotels in Moorak

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Barn

Restaurants in Moorak

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Barn Steakhouse

Breweries in Moorak

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Little Rippa Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Moorak

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Moorak

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Gambier AirportMGBMedium Airport
Portland AirportPTJMedium Airport
Callendale AirportSmall Airport
Caroline AirstripSmall Airport
Casterton AirportSmall Airport
Coonawarra AirportSmall Airport
Millicent AirportMLRSmall Airport
Strathdownie AirportSmall Airport

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 Moorak

What is the population of Moorak?

Moorak has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moorak expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,615, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moorak?

Moorak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.

How is the job market in Moorak?

The job market in Moorak is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $531. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moorak?

The median home value in Moorak is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

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