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Snug, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Snug is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,203. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,203 Population 2/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$23,592 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,592 median income, 4.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Snug

Snug

Snug is a small coastal town on the Channel Highway, located 30 km (19 mi) south of Hobart in Tasmania, Australia. It lies on the shore of the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, with views across the water to Bruny Island. At the 2021 census, Snug had a population of 1,440. The town is within the Kingborough Council area, though a small portion lies in the Huon Valley Council, and it is considered part of Greater Hobart.

People

Population1,203
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,592
Per Capita$23,592
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership79.1%
Housing Units481

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population1,203
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-43.0667°, 147.2547°
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$23,592
Median Age38.0 years

About Snug

Snug is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,203. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 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.

Snug has a population of 1,203 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,203
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Snug vs Australia Average

The median household income in Snug is $23,592, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,592 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $454, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 114 business establishments.

Income: Snug vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,592
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,592
Avg Weekly Wage$454

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)114

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Snug is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 79.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 481 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.1%
Owner-Occupied79.1%
Renter-Occupied20.9%
Housing Units481

Property Tax

Climate in Snug

Snug has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17°C), the coldest is Jul (9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 590 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 12.2° / 21.4° 47.8
Feb 17°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.4° 43.0
Mar 15.5°C / 60°F 11.3° / 19.7° 44.6
Apr 13.3°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.1° 51.8
May 11.6°C / 53°F 8.1° / 15.2° 40.2
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 6.2° / 12.5° 44.2
Jul 9.2°C / 49°F 5.9° / 12.4° 47.9
Aug 9.8°C / 50°F 6.2° / 13.3° 56.8
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 6.9° / 14.7° 54.1
Oct 12°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.2° 50.7
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.9° 54.3
Dec 15.5°C / 60°F 10.8° / 20.2° 55.0
Snug 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 69 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

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-43.0667°N, 147.2547°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.74"
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 94 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
August 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in

Snug has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Snug

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Snug Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Snug

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 Snug

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Army Museum of Tasmania
Bruny Island History Room
Channel Museum
Cygnet Living History Museum
Dover Museum and Art Gallery
Gatekeeper Cottage
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Narryna Heritage Museum
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum
The Wooden Boat Centre

Libraries in Snug

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

Farmers Markets in Snug

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Snug

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Phoenix Restaurant

Gas Stations in Snug

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Snug

Breweries in Snug

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

Stadiums & Teams in Snug

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Snug

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Snug

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell Airport-Small Airport
Bruny Island Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge Aerodrome-Small Airport
Glendevie Airport-Small Airport
Jericho Airport-Small Airport
Lagoon Bay Airport-Small Airport
Sandfly Airport-Small Airport
Triabunna Airport-Small Airport
Windrush International Airport-Small Airport
YDNA-Small Airport

Post Offices in Snug

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Snug Post Office

Treatment Centers in Snug

9 treatment centers.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Snug

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Snug Gospel Hall
St Mary's Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Snug

What is the population of Snug?

Snug has a population of 1,203 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Snug expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,592, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Snug?

Snug 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 Snug?

Snug has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $454. There are 114 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Snug?

The median home value in Snug is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 79.1%.

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