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Primrose Sands, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Primrose Sands is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 998. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
998 Population 2/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$19,165 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$19,165 median income, 10.1% unemployment
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Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population998
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,165
Per Capita$19,165
Unemployment10.1%

Housing

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Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership81.9%
Housing Units399

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population998
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-42.8859°, 147.6695°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,165
Median Age54.0 years

About Primrose Sands

Primrose Sands is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 998. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Primrose Sands has a population of 998 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

998
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Primrose Sands vs Australia Average

The median household income in Primrose Sands is $19,165, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,165 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $369, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 95 business establishments.

Income: Primrose Sands vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,165
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,165
Avg Weekly Wage$369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Primrose Sands is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 81.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 399 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.9%
Owner-Occupied81.9%
Renter-Occupied18.1%
Housing Units399

Property Tax

Climate in Primrose Sands

Primrose Sands has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 455 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 12.6° / 23.1° 39.9
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.5° 34.0
Mar 16°C / 61°F 11° / 21.1° 33.1
Apr 13.5°C / 56°F 8.8° / 18.2° 34.7
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.6° 29.2
Jun 9°C / 48°F 4.9° / 13.2° 38.4
Jul 8.7°C / 48°F 4.4° / 13° 33.0
Aug 9.4°C / 49°F 5° / 13.8° 44.6
Sep 11°C / 52°F 6.4° / 15.7° 41.8
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.7° 39.6
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 9.7° / 19.4° 41.2
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 11.2° / 21.3° 45.6
Primrose Sands enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8859°N, 147.6695°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 78 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in

Primrose Sands has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Primrose Sands

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dunalley Primary School
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Radio Stations near Primrose Sands

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Primrose Sands

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Grote Reber Museum
Richmond Gaol

Libraries in Primrose Sands

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sorell Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Primrose Sands

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
TCM Market

Zoos in Primrose Sands

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Original Unzoo

Gas Stations in Primrose Sands

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12423994704
AU #311783073

Golf Courses in Primrose Sands

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murraville Golf Course

Breweries in Primrose Sands

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Airports Near Primrose Sands

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Primrose Sands

What is the population of Primrose Sands?

Primrose Sands has a population of 998 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Primrose Sands expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,165, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Primrose Sands?

Primrose Sands enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Primrose Sands?

The job market in Primrose Sands faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $369. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Primrose Sands?

The median home value in Primrose Sands is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 81.9%.

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