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Shearwater, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Shearwater is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,718. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,718 Population 38/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$19,638 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$19,638 median income, 3.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$166,200 home value, $831/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,718
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density38/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,638
Per Capita$19,638
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$166,200
Rent$831
Ownership78.0%
Housing Units687

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population1,718
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-41.1567°, 146.5318°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (824 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,638
Median Age58.0 years

About Shearwater

Shearwater is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,718. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Shearwater has a population of 1,718 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,718
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
44.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shearwater vs Australia Average

The median household income in Shearwater is $19,638, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,638 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $378, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 163 business establishments.

Income: Shearwater vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,638
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,638
Avg Weekly Wage$378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)163

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shearwater is $166,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 78.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 687 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,200
41% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.0%
Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units687

Property Tax

Climate in Shearwater

Shearwater has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 12.4° / 21.6° 48.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.9° 35.1
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.4° 42.8
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.7° 56.8
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.5° 64.4
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 72.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4.8° / 12.9° 85.7
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 5° / 13.2° 77.6
Sep 10.2°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.3° 75.8
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.4° / 15.9° 55.2
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18° 56.8
Dec 15.3°C / 60°F 10.8° / 19.8° 47.5
Shearwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 32.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below Australia avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates-41.1567°N, 146.5318°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.5"
15% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 138 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 51 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 65 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
June 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
July 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in

Shearwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Shearwater

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shearwater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axeman's Hall of Fame
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Home Hill
Latrobe Courthouse Museum
Sherwood Hall

Libraries in Shearwater

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devonport Library0.0
Latrobe Library0.0

Hotels in Shearwater

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shearwater Country Club

Restaurants in Shearwater

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ghost Rock

Cafes in Shearwater

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ghost Rock Vineyard
Muse Shearwater

Gas Stations in Shearwater

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United

Banks in Shearwater

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Port Sorell District Community Bank® Branch

Gyms in Shearwater

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #4580622983

Golf Courses in Shearwater

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shearwater Country Club

Airports Near Shearwater

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shearwater

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Port Sorell LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shearwater

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St James

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 Shearwater

What is the population of Shearwater?

Shearwater has a population of 1,718 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shearwater expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,638, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,200 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shearwater?

Shearwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.

How is the job market in Shearwater?

Shearwater has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $378. There are 163 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shearwater?

The median home value in Shearwater is $166,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $831. The homeownership rate is 78.0%.

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