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Port MacDonnell, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Port MacDonnell is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 805. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
805 Population 76/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$25,756 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$25,756 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$118,400 home value, $592/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population805
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density76/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,756
Per Capita$25,756
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A
Home Value$118,400
Rent$592
Ownership83.2%
Housing Units322

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population805
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-38.0531°, 140.6996°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation29.0 inches (736 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,756
Median Age53.0 years

About Port MacDonnell

Port MacDonnell is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Port MacDonnell has a population of 805 with a density of 76 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

805
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Port MacDonnell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Port MacDonnell is $25,756, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,756 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $495, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: Port MacDonnell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,756
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,756
Avg Weekly Wage$495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Port MacDonnell is $118,400, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 83.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 322 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,400
58% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.2%
Owner-Occupied83.2%
Renter-Occupied16.8%
Housing Units322

Property Tax

Port MacDonnell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates-38.0531°N, 140.6996°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.0"
24% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 19, 2006.

Jan 5, 2002 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 23 km
Feb 6, 1999 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 23 km
Apr 19, 2006 50 km SW of Millicent, Australia M2.8 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
February 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
July 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in

Port MacDonnell has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 50°F in July to 65°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Port MacDonnell

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Allendale East Area School — — — —
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Museums in Port MacDonnell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mount Gambier Courthouse Museum-National Trust
Mount Gambier RSL War Museum
Old Courthouse Gallery and Museum
Sexton's Cottage

Libraries in Port MacDonnell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Gambier Library0.0

Restaurants in Port MacDonnell

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Bay Pizzaria

Cafes in Port MacDonnell

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salt Cafe & Bar
Tide Espresso Bar

Monuments in Port MacDonnell

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sighting of Mount Gambier, Mount Schank, Cape Northumberland and Cape Banks

Gas Stations in Port MacDonnell

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex 24hr Self Serve Fuel

Golf Courses in Port MacDonnell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Macdonnell Golf Course

Breweries in Port MacDonnell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Little Rippa Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Port MacDonnell

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Port MacDonnell

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Gambier AirportMGBMedium Airport
Caroline Airstrip—Small Airport
Casterton Airport—Small Airport
Millicent AirportMLRSmall Airport
Strathdownie Airport—Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 MacDonnell

What is the population of Port MacDonnell?

Port MacDonnell has a population of 805 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Port MacDonnell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,756, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,400 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Port MacDonnell?

Port MacDonnell 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 50°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.0 inches.

How is the job market in Port MacDonnell?

The job market in Port MacDonnell is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $495. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Port MacDonnell?

The median home value in Port MacDonnell is $118,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $592. The homeownership rate is 83.2%.

Nearby Cities

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