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Poowong, Australia
Victoria · Australia
Poowong is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 620. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 620 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.3429°, 145.7638° |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Victoria |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.3 inches (974 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,654 |
| Median Age | 42.0 years |
About Poowong
Poowong is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 620. The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet (194 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Poowong vs Australia Average
Income: Poowong vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,654 |
| 66% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,654 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $493 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 91.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 8.3% |
| Housing Units | 248 |
Property Tax
Climate in Poowong
Poowong has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 966 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 1,960.5 sq mi (5,077.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.3429°N, 145.7638°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Melbourne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in |
Poowong has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 49°F in June to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Poowong
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poowong Consolidated School | — | — | — | — |
| Blackwood Centre for Adolescent Development | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Poowong
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Buddhist Radio | buddhism, meditation | MP3 64 kbps | |
| South Coast FM | pop music, pop rock | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Poowong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coal Creek Community Park & Museum | ||||
| Warragul & District Historical Society Museum |
Libraries in Poowong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drouin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leongatha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Poowong library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warragul Library | 0.0 |
Breweries in Poowong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burra Brewing Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Poowong
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Baw Baw | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Poowong
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Latrobe Valley Airport | TGN | Medium Airport |
| Melbourne Moorabbin Airport | MBW | Medium Airport |
| Bunurong Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bunyip Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coldstream Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Drouin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fish Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inverloch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Leongatha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lilydale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Longwarry Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nar Nar Goon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stony Creek (Buffalo) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tooradin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tyabb Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | WHL | Small Airport |
| Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport) | — | Small Airport |
| Wonthaggi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yanakie Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Poowong
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poowong Post Office |
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What is the population of Poowong?
Poowong has a population of 620 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,960.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Poowong expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,654, 66% 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 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Poowong?
Poowong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches.
How is the job market in Poowong?
Poowong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $493. There are 59 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Poowong?
The median home value in Poowong is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 91.7%.