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Myrtleford, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Myrtleford is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 3,285. Elevation: 1,053 ft (321 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

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B Good
3,285 Population 106/sq mi density
1,053 ft Elevation 321 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$22,071 Median Income
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Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$22,071 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,285
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density106/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$22,071
Per Capita$22,071
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership76.5%
Housing Units1,314

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Population3,285
Population Density106 / sq mi
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Coordinates-36.5610°, 146.7237°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,071
Median Age50.0 years

About Myrtleford

Myrtleford is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 3,285. The city sits at an elevation of 1,053 feet (321 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Myrtleford has a population of 3,285 with a density of 106 people per square mile, spread across 31.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,285
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
31.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Myrtleford vs Australia Average

The median household income in Myrtleford is $22,071, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,071 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $424, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 312 business establishments.

Income: Myrtleford vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,071
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,071
Avg Weekly Wage$424

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Myrtleford is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 76.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,314 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

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

Homeownership76.5%
Owner-Occupied76.5%
Renter-Occupied23.5%
Housing Units1,314

Property Tax

Climate in Myrtleford

Myrtleford has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 934 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 86.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 111.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 126.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 99.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 86.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 71.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.3
Myrtleford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,053 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Area31.1 sq mi (80.5 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates-36.5610°N, 146.7237°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 110 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 105 km
Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 96 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 104 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 145 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 75 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 64 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 59 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 72 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 55 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 68 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 59 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 119 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 46 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 103 km
Jan 8, 2010 39 km N of Briagolong, Australia M2.8 106 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 130 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 12 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 92 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
June 46°F (8°C) 4.4 in Coldest
July 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in
August 46°F (8°C) 5.5 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in

Myrtleford has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Myrtleford

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Myrtleford P-12 College — — — —
St Mary's Primary School — — — —
Marian College — — — —
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Radio Stations near Myrtleford

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.9 The Light christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mansfield — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mansfield 99.7FM community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Myrtleford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beechworth Carriage Museum
Bright Art Gallery
Bright Museum
Old Beechworth Gaol
The Burke Museum
The Old School Museum

Libraries in Myrtleford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bright Library0.0
Myrtleford Library0.0

Restaurants in Myrtleford

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bastoni
Jade House Chinese
Myrtlefor Pizza & Pasta
Roma Pizzeria Kafe
The Old Factory
Tu Vietnamese Street Food

Cafes in Myrtleford

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Gate Cafe
Cafe Fez
Coffee Chakra
Coffee Chakra
Gapsted Winery
Nosh Deli Cafe
Ruby's Takeaway Cafe

Theatres in Myrtleford

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Myrtleford Performing Arts Centre
Sound Shell

Monuments in Myrtleford

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hume & Hovell Centenary Cairn
Hume & Hovell Monument

Dentists in Myrtleford

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Alpine Dental

Veterinaries in Myrtleford

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ovens & Kiewa Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Myrtleford

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Caltex
Liberty

Banks in Myrtleford

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
WAW Credit Union

Golf Courses in Myrtleford

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Myrtleford Golf Course

Breweries in Myrtleford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Billson’s Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Myrtleford

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Buller 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mount Hotham 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Falls Creek 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Myrtleford

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albury AirportABXMedium Airport
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Mount Hotham AirportMHUMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Beechworth Airstrip—Small Airport
Delatite Airstrip—Small Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) Airport—Small Airport
Mansfield Airport—Small Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) Airport—Small Airport
Mitta Mitta Airport—Small Airport
Mount Beauty Airport—Small Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
Yarrawonga Airport—Small Airport
Yea Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Myrtleford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Myrtleford Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Myrtleford

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Mountain Glory Church
Myrtleford Presbyterian Church
Myrtleford Uniting Church
St Mary's Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Myrtleford

What is the population of Myrtleford?

Myrtleford has a population of 3,285 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 31.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Myrtleford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,071, 71% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Myrtleford?

Myrtleford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in Myrtleford?

The job market in Myrtleford is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $424. There are 312 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Myrtleford?

The median home value in Myrtleford is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 76.5%.

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