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Railton, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Railton is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 969. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
969 Population 2/sq mi density
220 ft Elevation 67 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$18,218 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$18,218 median income, 6.9% unemployment
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Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$143,600 home value, $718/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population969
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,218
Per Capita$18,218
Unemployment6.9%

Housing

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Home Value$143,600
Rent$718
Ownership81.5%
Housing Units388

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Population969
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates-41.3457°, 146.4236°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,086 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,218
Median Age45.0 years

About Railton

Railton is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 969. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Railton has a population of 969 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 446.4 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

969
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
446.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Railton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Railton is $18,218, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,218 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $350, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 92 business establishments.

Income: Railton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,218
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,218
Avg Weekly Wage$350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Railton is $143,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 388 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,600
49% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.5%
Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied18.5%
Housing Units388

Property Tax

Climate in Railton

Railton has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.5°C), the coldest is Jul (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1084 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.5°C / 62°F 10.7° / 22.3° 55.4
Feb 16.5°C / 62°F 10.9° / 22.1° 48.4
Mar 14.8°C / 59°F 9.6° / 20.1° 63.7
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 7.2° / 16.4° 75.0
May 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 96.0
Jun 7.6°C / 46°F 3.6° / 11.7° 108.6
Jul 7.2°C / 45°F 3.4° / 10.9° 143.0
Aug 7.6°C / 46°F 3.6° / 11.6° 120.0
Sep 8.8°C / 48°F 4.6° / 13.1° 125.5
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.5° 102.1
Nov 13°C / 55°F 7.8° / 18.2° 74.3
Dec 14.4°C / 58°F 9° / 19.7° 71.6
Railton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Australia avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area446.4 sq mi (1,156.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-41.3457°N, 146.4236°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

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 M4.7 125 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 28 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 69 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
June 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in
July 45°F (7°C) 5.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
September 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in

Railton has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 45°F in July to 61°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Railton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sheffield School (Railton Campus)
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Museums in Railton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axeman's Hall of Fame
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Deloraine Museum
Home Hill
Latrobe Courthouse Museum
Mole Creek Memorial Hall
Sherwood Hall
The Hive Museum

Libraries in Railton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devonport Library0.0
Latrobe Library0.0

Cafes in Railton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Limestone Cafe Bakery

Gas Stations in Railton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Airports Near Railton

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium 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

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Railton

What is the population of Railton?

Railton has a population of 969 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 446.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Railton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,218, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Railton?

Railton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.

How is the job market in Railton?

The unemployment rate in Railton is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $350. There are 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Railton?

The median home value in Railton is $143,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $718. The homeownership rate is 81.5%.

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