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Port Campbell, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Port Campbell is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 554. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
554 Population 8/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$31,197 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,197 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population554
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,197
Per Capita$31,197
Unemployment1.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership76.6%
Housing Units222

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population554
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-38.6192°, 142.9958°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,197
Median Age40.0 years

About Port Campbell

Port Campbell is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 554. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Port Campbell has a population of 554 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

554
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
69.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Port Campbell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Port Campbell is $31,197, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,197 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $600, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 53 business establishments.

Income: Port Campbell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,197
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,197
Avg Weekly Wage$600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Port Campbell is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 76.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 222 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.6%
Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units222

Property Tax

Port Campbell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 35.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-38.6192°N, 142.9958°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Sep 17, 2015.

Sep 17, 2015 123 km W of Currie, Australia M4.8 144 km
Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 135 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 79 km
Jun 30, 2005 59 km S of Port Fairy, Australia M3.5 70 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (104 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 104 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
February 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
July 49°F (10°C) 4.4 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 4.6 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in

Port Campbell has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 49°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Port Campbell

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Port Campbell

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchors
Best Western Great Ocean Road Inn
Peterborough Hotel/Motel
Port Campbell Hotel
Summer's Rest Units

Restaurants in Port Campbell

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

12 Rocks Cafe & Beach Bar
Grassroots Deli Cafe
Lochard Bar
REAL Pizza Pasta Salads
Waves

Cafes in Port Campbell

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café on Lords
Port Campbell Ice Creamery
Port of Call
The Alcove Cafe & Ice Bar

Monuments in Port Campbell

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Falls of Halladale Memorial
James Irvine Monument
Port Campbell Soldiers Memorial

Gas Stations in Port Campbell

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #4867867746
BP Port Campbell Fuel

Golf Courses in Port Campbell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peterborough Golf Course

Breweries in Port Campbell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
12 Apostles Brewery
Sow & Piglets Brew Pub

Airports Near Port Campbell

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Apollo Bay Airport—Small Airport
Cobden airport—Small Airport
Colac AirportXCOSmall Airport
Cressy Aerodrome—Small Airport
Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstrip—Small Airport
Derrinallum Airport—Small Airport
Kuruc-A-Ruc South Airport—Small Airport
Kurweeton Airport—Small Airport
Lismore Airport—Small Airport
Mount Elephant Airport—Small Airport
Peterborough Airport—Small Airport
Port Fairy—Small Airport
Warrnambool AirportWMBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Port Campbell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Peterborough LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Campbell

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Port Campbell Baptist Church

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Shipwrecks
2
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Port Campbell

What is the population of Port Campbell?

Port Campbell has a population of 554 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Port Campbell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,197, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Port Campbell?

Port Campbell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.

How is the job market in Port Campbell?

The job market in Port Campbell is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $600. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Port Campbell?

The median home value in Port Campbell is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.

Nearby Cities

Timboon 1,159 pop · 9.4 mi Cobden 1,768 pop · 20.5 mi Terang 2,188 pop · 26.5 mi Allansford 1,478 pop · 27.0 mi Camperdown 3,243 pop · 27.9 mi Warrnambool 32,894 pop · 32.0 mi Dennington 1,842 pop · 35.5 mi Elliminyt 2,793 pop · 35.9 mi Colac 10,500 pop · 37.3 mi Apollo Bay 1,580 pop · 37.7 mi Mortlake 1,334 pop · 38.6 mi Koroit 2,022 pop · 40.8 mi Port Fairy 3,285 pop · 44.1 mi Lorne 1,196 pop · 53.2 mi
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