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Murtoa, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Murtoa is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 851. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
851 Population 92/sq mi density
463 ft Elevation 141 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$20,990 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$20,990 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$100,200 home value, $501/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population851
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density92/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$20,990
Per Capita$20,990
Unemployment2.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$100,200
Rent$501
Ownership81.1%
Housing Units340

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Population851
Population Density92 / sq mi
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Coordinates-36.6201°, 142.4668°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation17.2 inches (436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,990
Median Age48.0 years

About Murtoa

Murtoa is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 851. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Murtoa has a population of 851 with a density of 92 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

851
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Murtoa vs Australia Average

The median household income in Murtoa is $20,990, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,990 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $404, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 81 business establishments.

Income: Murtoa vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,990
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,990
Avg Weekly Wage$404

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)81

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murtoa is $100,200, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $501 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 81.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 340 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,200
64% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$501
57% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.1%
Owner-Occupied81.1%
Renter-Occupied18.9%
Housing Units340

Property Tax

Climate in Murtoa

Murtoa has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 405 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.8°C / 71°F 13.1° / 30.4° 28.4
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 13.3° / 30.2° 22.4
Mar 18.9°C / 66°F 11° / 26.8° 15.3
Apr 15°C / 59°F 7.8° / 22.1° 23.9
May 11.6°C / 53°F 5.8° / 17.5° 34.5
Jun 9.2°C / 49°F 4.1° / 14.3° 44.6
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 3.8° / 13.7° 42.6
Aug 9.4°C / 49°F 3.6° / 15.1° 39.8
Sep 11.2°C / 52°F 4.8° / 17.6° 43.6
Oct 14°C / 57°F 6.3° / 21.7° 32.3
Nov 17°C / 63°F 8.8° / 25.2° 48.6
Dec 19.7°C / 67°F 11.2° / 28.2° 29.4
Murtoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates-36.6201°N, 142.4668°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.2"
55% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.93"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 1, 2011.

Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 97 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 134 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 144 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (128 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 128 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in

Murtoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 47°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Murtoa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Murtoa College
Our Lady Help of Christians School
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Radio Stations near Murtoa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Murtoa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Murtoa Museum Complex
Woods' Farming and Heritage Museum

Farmers Markets in Murtoa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Horsham Regional Livestock Exchange

Hotels in Murtoa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Railway Hotel

Gas Stations in Murtoa

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Marma Garage

Banks in Murtoa

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
Old State Savings Bank

Golf Courses in Murtoa

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murtoa Golf Club

Airports Near Murtoa

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ararat AirportARYMedium Airport
Horsham AirportHSMMedium Airport
Stawell AirportSWCMedium Airport
Warracknabeal AirportWKBMedium Airport
Beulah 1 AirportSmall Airport
Birchip AirportSmall Airport
Concongella private airfieldSmall Airport
Donald AirportSmall Airport
Grampians AirportSmall Airport
Koongarra AirportSmall Airport
Mount William AirportSmall Airport
Navarre AirportSmall Airport
Pomonal AirstripSmall Airport
Rainbow AirportSmall Airport
Saint Arnaud AirportSmall Airport
Victoria Valley AirbaseSmall Airport

Post Offices in Murtoa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Murtoa LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murtoa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lutheran Church
St John's Lutheran Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Murtoa

What is the population of Murtoa?

Murtoa has a population of 851 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Murtoa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,990, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,200 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $501 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Murtoa?

Murtoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.

How is the job market in Murtoa?

The job market in Murtoa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $404. There are 81 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murtoa?

The median home value in Murtoa is $100,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $501. The homeownership rate is 81.1%.

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