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Port Sorell, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Port Sorell is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,901. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,901 Population 42/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$22,511 Median Income
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Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,511 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $775/mo rent

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About Port Sorell

Port Sorell

Port Sorell is a town on the north-central coast of Tasmania, Australia. It is on the waterway of the same name, just off Bass Strait, 20 km east of Devonport and close to Shearwater and Hawley Beach. It borders the Rubicon Estuary, which has been identified by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area because of its importance for waders, especially pied oystercatchers.

People

Population1,901
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density42/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,511
Per Capita$22,511
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$775
Ownership79.7%
Housing Units760

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population1,901
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-41.1665°, 146.5528°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (824 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,511
Median Age52.0 years

About Port Sorell

Port Sorell is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,901. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Port Sorell has a population of 1,901 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,901
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
44.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Port Sorell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Port Sorell is $22,511, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,511 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $433, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 181 business establishments.

Income: Port Sorell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,511
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,511
Avg Weekly Wage$433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)181

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Port Sorell is $155,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 79.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 760 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.7%
Owner-Occupied79.7%
Renter-Occupied20.3%
Housing Units760

Property Tax

Climate in Port Sorell

Port Sorell has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 12.4° / 21.6° 48.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.9° 35.1
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.4° 42.8
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.7° 56.8
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.5° 64.4
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 72.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4.8° / 12.9° 85.7
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 5° / 13.2° 77.6
Sep 10.2°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.3° 75.8
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.4° / 15.9° 55.2
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18° 56.8
Dec 15.3°C / 60°F 10.8° / 19.8° 47.5
Port Sorell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 32.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below Australia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates-41.1665°N, 146.5528°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.5"
15% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 136 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 50 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 67 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
July 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in

Port Sorell has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Port Sorell

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Port Sorell Primary School
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Museums in Port Sorell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axeman's Hall of Fame
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Home Hill
Latrobe Courthouse Museum
Sherwood Hall

Libraries in Port Sorell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devonport Library0.0
Latrobe Library0.0

Cafes in Port Sorell

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Trend Shed

Golf Courses in Port Sorell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thirlstane Golf Club

Airports Near Port Sorell

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Valley Field AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 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 Sorell

What is the population of Port Sorell?

Port Sorell has a population of 1,901 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Port Sorell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,511, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Port Sorell?

Port Sorell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.

How is the job market in Port Sorell?

Port Sorell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $433. There are 181 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Port Sorell?

The median home value in Port Sorell is $155,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 79.7%.

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