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Mooroolbark, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Mooroolbark is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 23,059. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,059 Population 5/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$28,324 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,324 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population23,059
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,324
Per Capita$28,324
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership79.3%
Housing Units9,224

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Population23,059
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates-37.7825°, 145.3168°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (921 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,324
Median Age37.0 years

About Mooroolbark

Mooroolbark is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 23,059. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Mooroolbark has a population of 23,059 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,059
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mooroolbark vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mooroolbark is $28,324, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,324 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $545, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,191 business establishments.

Income: Mooroolbark vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,324
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,324
Avg Weekly Wage$545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)2,191

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mooroolbark is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 79.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 9,224 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.3%
Owner-Occupied79.3%
Renter-Occupied20.7%
Housing Units9,224

Property Tax

Climate in Mooroolbark

Mooroolbark has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 761 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 11.9° / 28.4° 44.2
Feb 20°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.8° 58.2
Mar 17.8°C / 64°F 10.1° / 25.5° 49.2
Apr 14.2°C / 58°F 7.3° / 21° 59.0
May 11.2°C / 52°F 5.7° / 16.8° 73.6
Jun 9°C / 48°F 3.8° / 14.1° 61.8
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.5° 61.7
Aug 9.5°C / 49°F 4.3° / 14.7° 72.8
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 5.5° / 17.4° 66.9
Oct 13.4°C / 56°F 6.9° / 20° 71.2
Nov 16°C / 61°F 8.9° / 23.1° 73.9
Dec 17.8°C / 64°F 10.1° / 25.5° 68.3
Mooroolbark enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-37.7825°N, 145.3168°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
5% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 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 97 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 104 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 76 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 93 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 87 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 95 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 84 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 84 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 97 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 79 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 105 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 99 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 50 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 82 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 12 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 148 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 102 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 88 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 43 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
August 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in

Mooroolbark has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Mooroolbark

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Billanook College - - - -
Yarra Hills Secondary College - - - -
Bimbadeen Heights Primary School - - - -
Mooroolbark College - - - -
Manchester Primary School - - - -
Rolling Hills Primary School - - - -
Mooroolbark Grammar - - - -
Mooroolbark East Primary School - - - -
St Peter Julian Eymard Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mooroolbark

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne - AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
The Buzzz - MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
World Buddhist Radio buddhism, meditation MP3 64 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
Yarra Valley FM - MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia - MP3 320 kbps
TheLight Christmas - AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
UltraCool Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 - MP3 32 kbps
SYN FM alternative, college radio AAC+ 128 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud - AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Mooroolbark

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Andrew Ross Museum
Australian National Aviation Museum
Eltham District Historical Society
Emerald Museum
Eva and Marc Besen Centre
Heritage Hill Museum & Gardens
House of Bottles Museum & Tearooms
Monash Federation Centre
Monash Historic Society
Mont De Lancey Museum
Museum of Australian Photography
Nillumbik Historical Society
Royal Australian Corps of Signals Museum
Schramms Cottage
Schwerkolt Cottage & Museum Complex
Schwerkolt Cottage Orchard Shed
Schwerkolt Cottage Wine Cellar
Southern Sherbrook Historical Society
TarraWarra Museum of Art
Upwey / Belgrave RSL
Warrandyte Historical Society
Yarra Ranges Regional Museum

Libraries in Mooroolbark

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashburton Library0.0
Balwyn Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Berwick Library0.0
Bhai Vir Singh Library0.0
Blackburn Library0.0
Boronia Library0.0
Box Hill Library0.0
Bulleen Library0.0
CD0.0
Clarinda Library0.0
Croydon Library0.0
Dandenong Library0.0
Deakin University Library0.0
Diamond Valley Library0.0
Doncaster Library0.0
Eltham Library0.0
Emerald Library0.0
Endeavour Hills Library0.0
Ferntree Gully Library0.0
Glen Waverley Public Library0.0
Greythorn Library Lounge0.0
Hargrave-Andrew Library0.0
Kingston Toy Library0.0
Knox Library – Ngarrgoo0.0
Law Library0.0
Lilydale Library0.0
MacGregor Library0.0
Manga Library0.0
Manningham Toy Library0.0
Mernda Library0.0
Mill Park Library0.0
Miller's Homestead0.0
Montrose Library0.0
Mooroolbark Library0.0
Mount Evelyn Reading Room0.0
Mount Waverley Secondary College Senior Library0.0
Mt Waverley Library0.0
Narre Warren Library0.0
Nash Resouce Centre - Library0.0
Newlands Library & Resource Centre0.0
Nunawading Library0.0
Oakleigh Library (City Of Monash)0.0
Parkdale Library0.0
Phoenix Park Library0.0
Realm0.0
Rosanna Library0.0
Rowville Library0.0
Sir Louis Matheson Library0.0
Springvale Library0.0
The Little Library0.0
Vermont South Library0.0
Warrandyte Library0.0
Watsonia Library0.0
Wheelers Hill Branch Library0.0
Yarra Plenty Regional Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mooroolbark

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fair Treasures
Food Trucks
Gembrook Market
Gully Market
Heathmont Farmers Market
Heide Market
Oakleigh Market
Ringwood East Community Market
Warrandyte Riverside Market

Restaurants in Mooroolbark

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A Great Place
Flavor of India
Good Company: Burgers, Brew and BBQ
Harmony Asian Cuisine
Hillside Italian
Little Burma
Meetang Thai Kitchen
Oshima
Pimaan Thai Cuisine
Tandoori Plaza

Cafes in Mooroolbark

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bakehouse Boss
Bark 'n Beans
Country Heart Cafe
Golden Pastry Bread Shop
Manna Lane
Mwah Foods

Clinics in Mooroolbark

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Health & Allied Mooroolbark
Medi 7 Mooroolbark
Molescope
Mooroolbark Family Medical Centre
Mooroolbark Medical Centre

Dentists in Mooroolbark

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Studio Mooroolbark
Eternity Dental
Manchester Road Dental Surgery
Mooroolbark Dental
Mooroolbark Family Dental
Your New Dentist

Veterinaries in Mooroolbark

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mooroolbark Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Mooroolbark

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mooroolbark

Gas Stations in Mooroolbark

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
BP
Shell

Banks in Mooroolbark

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Shopping Malls in Mooroolbark

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mooroolbark Terrace

Breweries in Mooroolbark

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co.
Harvgreaves Hill Brewing Company
Killer Sprocket Brewery
The Local Brew House
Wolf of the Willows

Stadiums & Teams in Mooroolbark

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mooroolbark

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells Airfield-Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield-Small Airport
Bunyip Airport-Small Airport
Coldstream Airport-Small Airport
Drouin Airport-Small Airport
Drysdale Airstrip-Small Airport
Eildon Weir Airport-Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield-Small Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield-Small Airport
Legate Airfield-Small Airport
Leongatha Airport-Small Airport
Lilydale Airport-Small Airport
Ling Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Longwarry Airport-Small Airport
Marshall Airfield-Small Airport
Nar Nar Goon Airstrip-Small Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base-Small Airport
Riddell Airport-Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip-Small Airport
Romsey Airport-Small Airport
St Leonards Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport-Small Airport
Taggerty Airport-Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip-Small Airport
Tooradin Airport-Small Airport
Tyabb Airport-Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wonthaggi Airport-Small Airport
Yeaburn Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Mooroolbark

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mooroolbark Post Office

Treatment Centers in Mooroolbark

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aspect Heatherton
Delmont Day Program
Odyssey House Victoria
Wellways Maroondah PARC

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mooroolbark

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mooroolbark Baptist Church
St Francis in the Fields Anglican Church
St Margaret's Uniting Church
St Peter Julian Eymard Catholic Church

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 Mooroolbark

What is the population of Mooroolbark?

Mooroolbark has a population of 23,059 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Mooroolbark expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,324, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mooroolbark?

Mooroolbark 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 51°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.

How is the job market in Mooroolbark?

Mooroolbark has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $545. There are 2,191 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mooroolbark?

The median home value in Mooroolbark is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 79.3%.

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