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Mount Egerton, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Mount Egerton is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 572. Elevation: 1,867 ft (569 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 572 |
| Population Density | 140 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,867 ft (569 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.6333°, 144.1000° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (766 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,817 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Mount Egerton
Mount Egerton is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 572. The city sits at an elevation of 1,867 feet (569 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Mount Egerton vs Australia Average
Income: Mount Egerton vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,817 |
| 63% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,817 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $535 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $155,000 |
| 45% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 95.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 4.9% |
| Housing Units | 229 |
Property Tax
Climate in Mount Egerton
Mount Egerton has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 476 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,867 ft (569 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 140/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.6333°N, 144.1000°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Newer Volcanics Province | Shield(s) | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | -2900 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in |
Mount Egerton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Mount Egerton
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Egerton Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lal Lal Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Mount Egerton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballaarat Observatory | ||||
| Ballarat Fine Art Gallery | ||||
| Ballarat Gold Museum | ||||
| Sovereign Hill |
Libraries in Mount Egerton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Highlands Regional Library Corp. Ballarat branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Creswick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| L Building: E J Barker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mechanics' Institute & Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Temporary Library (Room 123) till Feb 2025 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mount Egerton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creswick Farmers' Market |
Breweries in Mount Egerton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic Club Brewery | ||||
| Bankhouse Brewery |
Airports Near Mount Egerton
44 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport | MEL | Large Airport |
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport | AVV | Large Airport |
| Amphitheatre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacchus Marsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ballarat Health Service Helipad | — | Small Airport |
| Barwon Heads Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beaufort | — | Small Airport |
| Bellbrae private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Tongue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Castlemaine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colac Airport | XCO | Small Airport |
| Cressy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Drysdale Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Creek Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiskville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Circus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gnarwarre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kyneton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2 | — | Small Airport |
| Legate Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lethbridge Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lismore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lovely Banks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marshall Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base | — | Small Airport |
| Riddell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rochford Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Romsey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rothwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Smeaton airfield private | — | Small Airport |
| St Leonards Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunbury East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| The Boreen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Torquay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trawalla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valken Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wooloomanata Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mount Egerton?
Mount Egerton has a population of 572 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 140 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Mount Egerton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,817, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Mount Egerton?
Mount Egerton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Mount Egerton?
Mount Egerton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $535. There are 54 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Mount Egerton?
The median home value in Mount Egerton is $155,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 95.1%.