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Skipton, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Skipton is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 567. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
567 Population 2/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$16,663 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$16,663 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$109,200 home value, $546/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population567
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,663
Per Capita$16,663
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

C+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$546
Ownership87.0%
Housing Units227

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Population567
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates-37.6860°, 143.3648°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,663
Median Age53.0 years

About Skipton

Skipton is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 567. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet (279 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Skipton has a population of 567 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

567
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
252.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Skipton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Skipton is $16,663, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,663 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $320, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Skipton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,663
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,663
Avg Weekly Wage$320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Skipton is $109,200, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $546 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 87.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 227 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,200
61% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$546
53% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.0%
Owner-Occupied87.0%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units227

Property Tax

Skipton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area252.5 sq mi (653.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-37.6860°N, 143.3648°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 28, 2023.

May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 131 km
Jun 1, 2011 45 km NE of Hamilton, Australia M3.8 86 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 63 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 119 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 144 km
May 1, 2013 7 km NW of Clifton Springs, Australia M3.1 109 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 116 km
Mar 30, 2010 4 km NNE of Portarlington, Australia M3.0 123 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 77 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
April 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in Coldest
August 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Wettest
October 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in

Skipton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 46°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Skipton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Skipton Primary School
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Hotels in Skipton

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Skipton Roadhouse Cabins
Skipton Roadhouse Cabins
Skipton Roadhouse Cabins

Cafes in Skipton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluestone Bubbles & Banter

Monuments in Skipton

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mount Emu Soldiers Settlement Memorial
Skipton Pioneer Memorial

Gas Stations in Skipton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex

Golf Courses in Skipton

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lismore Golf Course
Skipton Golf Course
Streatham Golf Club

Airports Near Skipton

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ararat AirportARYMedium Airport
Stawell AirportSWCMedium Airport
Amphitheatre AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat AirportSmall Airport
Ballarat Health Service HelipadSmall Airport
BeaufortSmall Airport
Beaufort AirportSmall Airport
Chatsworth AirportSmall Airport
Cobden airportSmall Airport
Colac AirportXCOSmall Airport
Concongella private airfieldSmall Airport
Cressy AerodromeSmall Airport
Derrinallum (Poligolet Station) airstripSmall Airport
Derrinallum AirportSmall Airport
Gnarwarre AirstripSmall Airport
Kuruc-A-Ruc South AirportSmall Airport
Kurweeton AirportSmall Airport
Lake Bolac AirportSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstripSmall Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2Small Airport
Lethbridge AirparkSmall Airport
Lismore AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportSmall Airport
Moonambel AirfieldSmall Airport
Mount Elephant AirportSmall Airport
Pomonal AirstripSmall Airport
Raglan AirportSmall Airport
Smeaton airfield privateSmall Airport
Trawalla AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skipton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Anglican Church
Saint Andrew's Presbyterian Church
St John's Catholic 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 Skipton

What is the population of Skipton?

Skipton has a population of 567 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 252.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Skipton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,663, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,200 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $546 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Skipton?

Skipton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Skipton?

The unemployment rate in Skipton is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $320. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Skipton?

The median home value in Skipton is $109,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $546. The homeownership rate is 87.0%.

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