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Rushworth, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Rushworth is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,315. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,315 Population 1/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$16,427 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$16,427 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$107,000 home value, $535/mo rent

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About Rushworth

Rushworth

Rushworth is a town in Victoria, Australia. It is located 157 kilometres (98 mi) north of Melbourne and, at the 2021 Census, had a population of 1,411.

People

Population1,315
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,427
Per Capita$16,427
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$107,000
Rent$535
Ownership86.1%
Housing Units526

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain21.0 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population1,315
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates-36.5867°, 145.0175°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.0 inches (533 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,427
Median Age56.0 years

About Rushworth

Rushworth is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,315. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Rushworth has a population of 1,315 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,049.6 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,315
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
1,049.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rushworth vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rushworth is $16,427, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,427 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $316, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 125 business establishments.

Income: Rushworth vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,427
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,427
Avg Weekly Wage$316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)125

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rushworth is $107,000, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $535 (54% below the national average of $1,163). 86.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 526 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,000
62% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$535
54% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.1%
Owner-Occupied86.1%
Renter-Occupied13.9%
Housing Units526

Property Tax

Climate in Rushworth

Rushworth has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 438 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 14.7° / 30.3° 37.9
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.6° / 29.5° 27.9
Mar 19.3°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.5° 19.3
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 8.6° / 22.1° 32.6
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.4° / 17.4° 41.9
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 4.1° / 14.2° 39.5
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.2° / 13.3° 46.8
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14.6° 41.4
Sep 11.5°C / 53°F 5.3° / 17.6° 39.7
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 7.7° / 21.8° 39.3
Nov 18°C / 64°F 10.7° / 25.3° 39.2
Dec 20.3°C / 69°F 12.7° / 27.9° 32.1
Rushworth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 21.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area1,049.6 sq mi (2,718.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.5867°N, 145.0175°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.0"
45% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2023.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 124 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 149 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 107 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 147 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 95 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 47 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 106 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 43 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 102 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 88 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 85 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 32 km
Apr 12, 2004 26 km ESE of Alexandra, Australia M2.8 116 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 101 km
Jan 5, 2001 32 km NE of Warburton, Australia M2.8 138 km
Jan 13, 2014 1 km SSE of Lilydale, Australia M2.8 134 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 79 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Warmest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in
April 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in

Rushworth has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Rushworth

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rushworth P-12 College - - - -
St Mary's School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rushworth

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Rushworth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nagambie Historical Society
Rushworth Museum
Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum
Tatura Irrigation and Wartime Camps Museum

Libraries in Rushworth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nagambie Library0.0
Rushworth Library0.0
Tatura Library0.0

Cafes in Rushworth

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Nugget Milk Bar
Gus & Ollies
Motofinish Cafe

Train Stations in Rushworth

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rushworth

Gas Stations in Rushworth

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Metro Petroleum

Banks in Rushworth

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Breweries in Rushworth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nagambie Brewery and Distillery

Stadiums & Teams in Rushworth

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rushworth

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Avonmore Airport-Small Airport
Bamawm Airport-Small Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Elmore Airport-Small Airport
Euroa Aerodrome-Small Airport
Gunbower Airport-Small Airport
Kotta Airport-Small Airport
Kyabram Airport-Small Airport
Kyneton Airport-Small Airport
Locksley Field-Small Airport
Longwood Airport-Small Airport
Mangalore Airport-Small Airport
Merton Airport-Small Airport
Moama Airstrip-Small Airport
Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip-Small Airport
Skydive Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Strathbogie Airport-Small Airport
Torrumbarry Airport-Small Airport
Violet Town Airfield-Small Airport
Wahring Field-Small Airport
Yeaburn Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rushworth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rushworth LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rushworth

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Rushworth Presbyterian Church
Saint Pauls Church

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 Rushworth

What is the population of Rushworth?

Rushworth has a population of 1,315 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,049.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rushworth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,427, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $107,000 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $535 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rushworth?

Rushworth 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 48°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.0 inches.

How is the job market in Rushworth?

Rushworth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $316. There are 125 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rushworth?

The median home value in Rushworth is $107,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $535. The homeownership rate is 86.1%.

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