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Sandy Bay, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Sandy Bay is a small city in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 11,727. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

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11,727 Population 21/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$29,981 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
$29,981 median income, 8.4% unemployment
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Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$235,400 home value, $1,177/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,727
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density21/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$29,981
Per Capita$29,981
Unemployment8.4%

Housing

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Home Value$235,400
Rent$1,177
Ownership64.7%
Housing Units4,691

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population11,727
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-42.8945°, 147.3244°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,981
Median Age39.0 years

About Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay is a small city in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 11,727. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Sandy Bay has a population of 11,727 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,727
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sandy Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Sandy Bay is $29,981, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,981 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $577, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,114 business establishments.

Income: Sandy Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,981
60% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,981
Avg Weekly Wage$577

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,114

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sandy Bay is $235,400, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 64.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,691 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,400
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.7%
Owner-Occupied64.7%
Renter-Occupied35.3%
Housing Units4,691

Property Tax

Climate in Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 13° / 22.7° 41.1
Feb 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 37.8
Mar 16.2°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.7° 35.4
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.9° 41.2
May 11.4°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.2° 39.7
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 5.5° / 12.7° 45.9
Jul 8.9°C / 48°F 5.2° / 12.6° 42.2
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.7° 64.7
Sep 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 57.7
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.3° / 17.6° 52.9
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 19.2° 49.4
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 11.6° / 21° 53.7
Sandy Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8945°N, 147.3244°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

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 75 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
August 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in

Sandy Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Sandy Bay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Albuera Street Primary School
Mount Carmel College
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Radio Stations near Sandy Bay

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 Sandy Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Army Museum of Tasmania
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Sandy Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Sandy Bay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Hotels in Sandy Bay

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clydesdale Manor
Globe Hotel
Wrest Point Hotel

Restaurants in Sandy Bay

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Thai
Burger Got Soul
Don Camillo
Europa Greek Taverna
Hugo Chinese Restaurant
Ju Kitchen
Komatsuja Japanese
Kurukuru
Long Cheng Asian Food
Me Wah
Mr Korea
Oriental Restaurant
Pizzarazz1
Solo Pasta and Pizza
Suminato
Sushi Sandybay
Tokyo & Seoul
Touch Of Asia
Vina Yummy Kitchen
White Box Noodles
Written On Tea

Cafes in Sandy Bay

13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banjo's Bakery Cafe
Brew
Ciano’s Espresso Bar
IKON Cafe
Little Cup Espresso
LivEat
Pie Face
Reef Cafe
Sisterhood
Spokes Cycle Caf
The Duchess Cafe
The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe
Tommy's Specialty Coffee

Monuments in Sandy Bay

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Exiles

Clinics in Sandy Bay

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2368113689
Gregory Street Psychology
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry

Dentists in Sandy Bay

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental On Gregory
Prime Dental

Veterinaries in Sandy Bay

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Macquarie Animal Hospital
Mayfair Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Sandy Bay

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Ampol
AU #12373194142
Caltex
Shell
United

Banks in Sandy Bay

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Westpac

Gyms in Sandy Bay

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Unigym
Zap Fitness

Breweries in Sandy Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Sandy Bay

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Airports Near Sandy Bay

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sandy Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sandy Bay Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sandy Bay

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandy Bay

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Saint George
Hobart Cheil Korean Congregation
Holy Spirit Church
Parish of All Saints South Hobart
Sandy Bay Baptist Church
Wellspring Anglican Church

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 Sandy Bay

What is the population of Sandy Bay?

Sandy Bay has a population of 11,727 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Sandy Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,981, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $235,400 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. 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 Sandy Bay?

Sandy Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Sandy Bay?

The job market in Sandy Bay faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $577. There are 1,114 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sandy Bay?

The median home value in Sandy Bay is $235,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,177. The homeownership rate is 64.7%.

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