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Ranelagh, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Ranelagh is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,249. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,249 Population 1/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$25,620 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,620 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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About Ranelagh

Ranelagh

Ranelagh is a township in the Huon Valley of Tasmania, Australia. Adjacent to Huonville, it serves as a residential area for commuters, a tourist destination, and a hub for agricultural activities. At the 2021 census, Ranelagh had a population of 1,484.

People

Population1,249
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,620
Per Capita$25,620
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership85.7%
Housing Units500

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population1,249
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates-43.0098°, 147.0376°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$25,620
Median Age37.0 years

About Ranelagh

Ranelagh is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,249. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Ranelagh has a population of 1,249 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,249
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
2,006.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ranelagh vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ranelagh is $25,620, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $493, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 119 business establishments.

Income: Ranelagh vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,620
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,620
Avg Weekly Wage$493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)119

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ranelagh is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 85.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 500 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.7%
Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied14.3%
Housing Units500

Property Tax

Climate in Ranelagh

Ranelagh has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (16.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 704 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.2°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.7° 45.4
Feb 16.1°C / 61°F 9.5° / 22.7° 52.7
Mar 14.2°C / 58°F 7.8° / 20.6° 46.1
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.6° 53.7
May 9.8°C / 50°F 4.5° / 15.2° 42.5
Jun 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.6° 60.6
Jul 7.3°C / 45°F 2.2° / 12.4° 56.5
Aug 8.3°C / 47°F 3.1° / 13.5° 89.9
Sep 9.7°C / 49°F 4.2° / 15.2° 77.9
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 5.9° / 17.2° 63.2
Nov 13°C / 55°F 7.2° / 18.8° 59.8
Dec 14.7°C / 58°F 8.5° / 20.9° 55.7
Ranelagh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area2,006.7 sq mi (5,197.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-43.0098°N, 147.0376°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

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 92 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
August 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in

Ranelagh has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near Ranelagh

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 Ranelagh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Cygnet Living History Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Schoolmasters House
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum
The Wooden Boat Centre

Libraries in Ranelagh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cygnet Library0.0
Geeveston Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0

Restaurants in Ranelagh

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Home Hill Restaurant
Willie Smith's Apple Shed

Cafes in Ranelagh

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Summer Kitchen

Veterinaries in Ranelagh

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Huon Veterinary Clinic

Golf Courses in Ranelagh

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Huon Valley Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Ranelagh

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Ski Resorts Near Ranelagh

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ranelagh

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell Airport-Small Airport
Bruny Island Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge Aerodrome-Small Airport
Glendevie Airport-Small Airport
Jericho Airport-Small Airport
Sandfly Airport-Small Airport
Windrush International Airport-Small Airport
YDNA-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Ranelagh

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Millbrook Rise Centre

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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 Ranelagh

What is the population of Ranelagh?

Ranelagh has a population of 1,249 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Ranelagh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,620, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ranelagh?

Ranelagh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in Ranelagh?

Ranelagh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $493. There are 119 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ranelagh?

The median home value in Ranelagh is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 85.7%.

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