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Puckapunyal, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Puckapunyal is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,310. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

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1,310 Population 1/sq mi density
607 ft Elevation 185 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$43,940 Median Income
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Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,940 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$149,200 home value, $746/mo rent

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About Puckapunyal

Puckapunyal

Puckapunyal is an Australian Army training facility and base 10 km west of Seymour, in central Victoria, south-eastern Australia.

People

Population1,310
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,940
Per Capita$43,940
Unemployment1.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,200
Rent$746
Ownership2.1%
Housing Units524

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Population1,310
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Coordinates-36.9949°, 145.0401°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,940
Median Age24.0 years

About Puckapunyal

Puckapunyal is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,310. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Puckapunyal has a population of 1,310 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,515.5 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,310
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below Australia avg
1,515.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Puckapunyal vs Australia Average

The median household income in Puckapunyal is $43,940, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,940 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $845, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Puckapunyal vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$43,940
42% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$43,940
Avg Weekly Wage$845

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Puckapunyal is $149,200, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 2.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 524 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,200
47% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership2.1%
Owner-Occupied2.1%
Renter-Occupied97.9%
Housing Units524

Property Tax

Climate in Puckapunyal

Puckapunyal has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.7°C), the coldest is Jul (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 519 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.5° 39.8
Feb 22.2°C / 72°F 14.6° / 29.7° 37.6
Mar 19.1°C / 66°F 12° / 26.2° 33.1
Apr 15.6°C / 60°F 8.9° / 22.2° 35.8
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17° 41.2
Jun 8.7°C / 48°F 3.9° / 13.5° 55.0
Jul 8.1°C / 47°F 3.4° / 12.8° 53.8
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.4° / 14.3° 49.0
Sep 11°C / 52°F 4.8° / 17.2° 46.0
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 7.3° / 21° 38.9
Nov 17.8°C / 64°F 10.6° / 25.1° 50.9
Dec 20.1°C / 68°F 12.4° / 27.8° 37.4
Puckapunyal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area1,515.5 sq mi (3,925.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.9949°N, 145.0401°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 95 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 123 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 143 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 127 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 63 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 102 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 126 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 146 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 100 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 40 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 81 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 125 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 103 km
Jul 24, 2000 1 km S of Dandenong, Australia M3.1 113 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 134 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 93 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 89 km
Sep 22, 2009 6 km ENE of Hastings, Australia M3.1 144 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 137 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in Coldest
July 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
August 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
December 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in

Puckapunyal has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Puckapunyal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Puckapunyal Primary School
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Museums in Puckapunyal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nagambie Historical Society
RAAC Memorial & Army Tank Museum

Libraries in Puckapunyal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broadford Library0.0
Nagambie Library0.0
Seymour Library0.0

Breweries in Puckapunyal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hop Back Brewery
Nagambie Brewery and Distillery
Tooborac Hotel & Brewery

Airports Near Puckapunyal

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Arkells AirfieldSmall Airport
Avonmore AirportSmall Airport
Bacchus Marsh AirportSmall Airport
Bamawm AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Blue Tongue AirfieldSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Elmore AirportSmall Airport
Emu Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Euroa AerodromeSmall Airport
Flying Circus AirfieldSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Kyneton AirportSmall Airport
Legate AirfieldSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Ling Lake AirfieldSmall Airport
Locksley FieldSmall Airport
Longwood AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Marshall AirfieldSmall Airport
Melton AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Riddell AirportSmall Airport
Rochford AirstripSmall Airport
Romsey AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) AirfieldSmall Airport
Sunbury East AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
The Boreen AirstripSmall Airport
Valken Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Wahring FieldSmall Airport
Yeaburn AirportSmall Airport

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 Puckapunyal

What is the population of Puckapunyal?

Puckapunyal has a population of 1,310 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,515.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Puckapunyal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,940, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $149,200 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Puckapunyal?

Puckapunyal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.

How is the job market in Puckapunyal?

The job market in Puckapunyal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $845. There are 124 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Puckapunyal?

The median home value in Puckapunyal is $149,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $746. The homeownership rate is 2.1%.

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