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Mount Cottrell, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Mount Cottrell is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 575. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
575 Population 0/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$16,832 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$16,832 median income, 7.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$260,200 home value, $1,301/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population575
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$16,832
Per Capita$16,832
Unemployment7.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$260,200
Rent$1,301
Ownership73.0%
Housing Units230

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population575
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates-37.8167°, 144.5833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,832
Median Age41.0 years

About Mount Cottrell

Mount Cottrell is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 575. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Mount Cottrell has a population of 575 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

575
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mount Cottrell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mount Cottrell is $16,832, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,832 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $324, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 55 business establishments.

Income: Mount Cottrell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,832
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,832
Avg Weekly Wage$324

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Cottrell is $260,200, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,301 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 73.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 230 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 15.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,301
12% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%
Renter-Occupied27.0%
Housing Units230

Property Tax

Climate in Mount Cottrell

Mount Cottrell has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.4°C / 69°F 14.6° / 26.1° 43.7
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 14.8° / 25.9° 38.2
Mar 18.4°C / 65°F 12.8° / 23.9° 29.3
Apr 15.2°C / 59°F 9.9° / 20.5° 38.7
May 12.6°C / 55°F 8.1° / 17.1° 35.6
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 6.2° / 14.5° 38.9
Jul 9.8°C / 50°F 5.6° / 14.1° 31.6
Aug 10.5°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.2° 38.3
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.1° / 17.4° 42.3
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 8.6° / 19.8° 43.6
Nov 16.5°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.1° 54.8
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.3° 45.9
Mount Cottrell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8167°N, 144.5833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.32"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 135 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 148 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 130 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 128 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 142 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 143 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 128 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 148 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 38 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 126 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 87 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 70 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 149 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 103 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 133 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 132 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 106 km
Sep 24, 2002 9 km E of Leongatha, Australia M3.1 149 km
Sep 22, 2009 6 km ENE of Hastings, Australia M3.1 78 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (183 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
March 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
August 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in

Mount Cottrell has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Mount Cottrell

24 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 Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
The Buzzz MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia MP3 320 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
TheLight Christmas AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
K Rock Geelong 95.5 AAC+ 64 kbps
UltraCool Radio MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 MP3 32 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 Mount Cottrell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Gliding Museum
B-24 Liberator Museum
Lara Heritage and History Museum
RAAF Museum

Libraries in Mount Cottrell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Altona Library0.0
Altona Meadows Library0.0
Brimbank Libraries Deer Park Branch0.0
Brimbank Library0.0
Caroline Springs Library0.0
J.A. Gilruth Library0.0
Julia Gillard Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre0.0
Lara Library0.0
Lerderderg Library0.0
Melton Library & Learning Hub0.0
Point Cook Library0.0
St Albans Library0.0
Sunbury Library0.0
Sunshine Library0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Manor Lakes Branch0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Werribee Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Mount Cottrell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lakes Fresh Food Market
Sunbury's Quality Fruit & Vegetable

Stadiums & Teams in Mount Cottrell

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mount Cottrell

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat Health Service HelipadSmall Airport
Barwon Heads AirportSmall Airport
Bellbrae private airstripSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Castlemaine AirportSmall Airport
Ceres AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Fiskville AirportSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Lovely Banks AirportSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Torquay AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wooloomanata AirfieldSmall Airport
Yeaburn 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 Mount Cottrell

What is the population of Mount Cottrell?

Mount Cottrell has a population of 575 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Mount Cottrell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,832, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,200 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,301 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 15.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mount Cottrell?

Mount Cottrell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.

How is the job market in Mount Cottrell?

The unemployment rate in Mount Cottrell is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $324. There are 55 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mount Cottrell?

The median home value in Mount Cottrell is $260,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,301. The homeownership rate is 73.0%.

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