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Rosebery, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Rosebery is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 751. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
751 Population 148/sq mi density
499 ft Elevation 152 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$17,711 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$17,711 median income, 14.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $422/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population751
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density148/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$17,711
Per Capita$17,711
Unemployment14.6%

Housing

B+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$422
Ownership70.6%
Housing Units300

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Population751
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates-41.7794°, 145.5383°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,324 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,711
Median Age48.0 years

About Rosebery

Rosebery is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 751. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Rosebery has a population of 751 with a density of 148 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

751
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rosebery vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rosebery is $17,711, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,711 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $341, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 71 business establishments.

Income: Rosebery vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,711
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,711
Avg Weekly Wage$341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rosebery is $84,400, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $422 (64% below the national average of $1,163). 70.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 300 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$422
64% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.6%
Owner-Occupied70.6%
Renter-Occupied29.4%
Housing Units300

Property Tax

Climate in Rosebery

Rosebery has an average annual temperature of 5.7°C (42°F). The hottest month is Feb (10°C), the coldest is Jul (1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3898 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.8°C / 50°F 5.6° / 14° 232.8
Feb 10°C / 50°F 6.3° / 13.8° 165.7
Mar 8.7°C / 48°F 5.3° / 12.1° 276.9
Apr 6.2°C / 43°F 3.6° / 8.9° 294.1
May 4.2°C / 40°F 2.1° / 6.2° 464.6
Jun 2.8°C / 37°F 1° / 4.6° 344.0
Jul 1.8°C / 35°F 0.1° / 3.6° 413.1
Aug 1.9°C / 35°F -0.1° / 3.9° 348.9
Sep 3°C / 37°F 0.5° / 5.5° 409.0
Oct 4.5°C / 40°F 1.3° / 7.7° 402.8
Nov 7°C / 45°F 3.2° / 10.7° 242.8
Dec 8.2°C / 47°F 4.3° / 12.2° 303.5
Rosebery experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below Australia avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates-41.7794°N, 145.5383°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.5"
141% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.59"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 71 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in
February 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 7.7 in
May 47°F (9°C) 9.3 in
June 44°F (7°C) 8.6 in
July 43°F (6°C) 10.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 44°F (6°C) 10.3 in
September 46°F (8°C) 9.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 8.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 6.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 6.3 in

Rosebery has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 43°F in July to 58°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 91.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Rosebery

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Josephs Primary
Rosebery District High School
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Radio Stations near Rosebery

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Rosebery

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage display
Miners Cottage
Rosebery Heritage Center
West Coast Heritage Centre

Libraries in Rosebery

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Rosebery Library0.0
Zeehan Library0.0

Hotels in Rosebery

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rosebery Top Pub

Restaurants in Rosebery

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Jacks
Top Pub Restaurant
Tullah Lakeside Lodge

Cafes in Rosebery

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Purple Shop
Rosebery Bakehouse

Zoos in Rosebery

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

devils@cradle

Train Stations in Rosebery

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boco Siding
Primrose Junction
Tullah - Wee Georgie Wood

Gas Stations in Rosebery

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
BP

Banks in Rosebery

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ

Golf Courses in Rosebery

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mountain Vista Golf Club
Rosebery Golf Course

Airports Near Rosebery

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balfour AirportSmall Airport
Queenstown AirportUEESmall Airport
Strahan AirportSRNSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport
Zeehan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rosebery

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post Rosebery

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Waterfalls
11
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Rosebery

What is the population of Rosebery?

Rosebery has a population of 751 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rosebery expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,711, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,400 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $422 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rosebery?

Rosebery has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.

How is the job market in Rosebery?

The job market in Rosebery faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $341. There are 71 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rosebery?

The median home value in Rosebery is $84,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $422. The homeownership rate is 70.6%.

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