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Rainbow, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Rainbow is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 664. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
664 Population 72/sq mi density
279 ft Elevation 85 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,125 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$21,125 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,400 home value, $282/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population664
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density72/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,125
Per Capita$21,125
Unemployment7.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,400
Rent$282
Ownership88.6%
Housing Units266

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Population664
Population Density72 / sq mi
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates-35.8958°, 141.9979°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (376 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,125
Median Age56.0 years

About Rainbow

Rainbow is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 664. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Rainbow has a population of 664 with a density of 72 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

664
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rainbow vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rainbow is $21,125, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,125 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $406, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Rainbow vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,125
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,125
Avg Weekly Wage$406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rainbow is $56,400, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $282 (76% below the national average of $1,163). 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 266 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,400
80% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$282
76% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units266

Property Tax

Rainbow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates-35.8958°N, 141.9979°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 19, 2002.

Oct 23, 2000 New South Wales, Australia M3.6 146 km
Mar 11, 1998 19 km WSW of Bordertown, Australia M3.0 139 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in Wettest
October 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Rainbow has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Rainbow

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rainbow P-12 College
Rainbow Primary School
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Radio Stations near Rainbow

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Free FM Rock Austral #free, classic rock MP3 320 kbps

Gas Stations in Rainbow

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schilling Service Station

Banks in Rainbow

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Golf Courses in Rainbow

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jeparit Golf Club
Rainbow Golf Club

Airports Near Rainbow

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hopetoun AirportHTUMedium Airport
Warracknabeal AirportWKBMedium Airport
Beulah 1 AirportSmall Airport
Kaniva AirportSmall Airport
Koongarra AirportSmall Airport
Nhill AirportSmall Airport
Patchewollock AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rainbow

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rainbow LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rainbow

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pella Church
Rainbow Baptist-Uniting Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
St Paul's Anglican Church
St Stephens Church

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Meteorites
2
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Rainbow

What is the population of Rainbow?

Rainbow has a population of 664 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rainbow expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,125, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $56,400 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $282 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rainbow?

Rainbow enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.

How is the job market in Rainbow?

The unemployment rate in Rainbow is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $406. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rainbow?

The median home value in Rainbow is $56,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $282. The homeownership rate is 88.6%.

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