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Neerim South, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Neerim South is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,599. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,599 Population 65/sq mi density
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$22,916 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$22,916 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Neerim South

Neerim South

Neerim South is a town in West Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, located in the Shire of Baw Baw, 110 kilometres (68 mi) east of Melbourne and 20 kilometres (12 mi) north of Warragul. At the 2021 census, Neerim South had a population of 1,599.

People

Population1,599
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density65/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,916
Per Capita$22,916
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership88.1%
Housing Units640

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Population1,599
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates-38.0168°, 145.9545°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,916
Median Age47.0 years

About Neerim South

Neerim South is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,599. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Neerim South has a population of 1,599 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,599
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
24.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Neerim South vs Australia Average

The median household income in Neerim South is $22,916, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,916 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $441, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 152 business establishments.

Income: Neerim South vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,916
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,916
Avg Weekly Wage$441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)152

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Neerim South is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 88.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 640 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$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.1%
Owner-Occupied88.1%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units640

Property Tax

Climate in Neerim South

Neerim South has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1091 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.5° / 25.1° 66.3
Feb 18.1°C / 65°F 11.4° / 24.8° 69.5
Mar 16°C / 61°F 9.6° / 22.4° 61.8
Apr 13.1°C / 56°F 7.4° / 18.8° 77.6
May 10.5°C / 51°F 5.7° / 15.3° 83.2
Jun 8.6°C / 47°F 4.2° / 13° 101.0
Jul 7.8°C / 46°F 3.4° / 12.2° 100.6
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.7° / 13.4° 116.6
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.3° / 15.4° 121.7
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 6.8° / 17.8° 101.8
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 99.7
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 9.9° / 22.7° 91.6
Neerim South enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area24.7 sq mi (64.0 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates-38.0168°N, 145.9545°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.33"
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 39 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 47 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 72 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 35 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 49 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 45 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 71 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 26 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 51 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 47 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 61 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 72 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 134 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 111 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 46 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 53 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 54 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 19 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 39 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
August 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in

Neerim South has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 49°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Neerim South

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Neerim District Secondary College
Neerim South Primary School
Jindivick Primary School
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Radio Stations near Neerim South

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yarra Valley FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Neerim South

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Warragul & District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Neerim South

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Drouin Library0.0
Warragul Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Neerim South

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rokeby Market
The Barn

Restaurants in Neerim South

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harvest Kitchen Cafe

Cafes in Neerim South

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Swaffields

Clinics in Neerim South

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neerim South Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Neerim South

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Foodworks

Ski Resorts Near Neerim South

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Baw Baw 0.0 $0

Airports Near Neerim South

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Latrobe Valley AirportTGNMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Neerim South

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post - Neerim Junction LPO

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Waterfalls
2
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 Neerim South

What is the population of Neerim South?

Neerim South has a population of 1,599 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Neerim South expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,916, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 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 Neerim South?

Neerim South enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

How is the job market in Neerim South?

Neerim South has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $441. There are 152 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Neerim South?

The median home value in Neerim South is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 88.1%.

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