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Phillip Island, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Phillip Island is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 7,071. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
7,071 Population 11/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
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Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,400 home value, $932/mo rent

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About Phillip Island

Phillip Island

Phillip Island is an Australian island about 125 km (78 mi) south-southeast of Melbourne, Victoria. The island is named after Governor Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales, by explorer and seaman George Bass, who sailed in a whaleboat, arriving from Sydney on 5 January 1798.

People

Population7,071
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,400
Rent$932
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units2,828

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population7,071
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-38.4835°, 145.2310°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Phillip Island

Phillip Island is a small city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 7,071. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Phillip Island has a population of 7,071 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,071
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg
673.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Phillip Island vs Australia Average

The median household income in Phillip Island is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 672 business establishments.

Income: Phillip Island vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)672

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Phillip Island is $186,400, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,828 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,400
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units2,828

Property Tax

Climate in Phillip Island

Phillip Island has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 694 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 15.7° / 24.2° 38.4
Feb 20°C / 68°F 16° / 24.1° 43.6
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 14.8° / 22.7° 38.6
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 12.6° / 19.7° 62.2
May 13.7°C / 57°F 10.9° / 16.5° 73.4
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 8.8° / 14.1° 63.9
Jul 10.9°C / 52°F 8.3° / 13.4° 69.9
Aug 11.3°C / 52°F 8.3° / 14.3° 81.0
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9.4° / 16.2° 64.1
Oct 14.5°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.3° 56.0
Nov 16.4°C / 62°F 12.3° / 20.4° 55.3
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14° / 21.9° 47.8
Phillip Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area673.6 sq mi (1,744.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-38.4835°N, 145.2310°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 87 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 87 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 141 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 84 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 53 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 149 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 54 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 108 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 65 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 52 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 67 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 102 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 110 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 51 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 69 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 137 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 71 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 71 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 120 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
July 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
August 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in Coldest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in Wettest
November 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in

Phillip Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 51°F in August to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Phillip Island

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Newhaven College
Phillip Island Village School
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Radio Stations near Phillip Island

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
South Coast FM pop music, pop rock AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Phillip Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chicory Kiln
Hastings Museum
National Vietnam Veterans Museum
Victorian Maritime Centre

Libraries in Phillip Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hastings Library0.0
Phillip Island Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Phillip Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bittern Sunday market

Restaurants in Phillip Island

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phillip Island Winery
The Shearing Shed

Cafes in Phillip Island

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe

Zoos in Phillip Island

2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Koala Conservation Reserve
Phillip Island Wildlife Park

Theme Parks in Phillip Island

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Maze'N Things

Gas Stations in Phillip Island

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Race Fuels

Breweries in Phillip Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Red Hill Brewery
TWØBAYS Brewing Co

Airports Near Phillip Island

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Drysdale AirstripSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook BaseSmall Airport
Rothwell AirfieldSmall Airport
St Leonards AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Tyabb AirportSmall Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport

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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 Phillip Island

What is the population of Phillip Island?

Phillip Island has a population of 7,071 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 673.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Phillip Island expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,400 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Phillip Island?

Phillip Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Phillip Island?

Phillip Island has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 672 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Phillip Island?

The median home value in Phillip Island is $186,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $932. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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