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South Arm, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

South Arm is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 796. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
796 Population 1/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$27,277 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,277 median income, 4.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population796
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,277
Per Capita$27,277
Unemployment4.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership86.4%
Housing Units318

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population796
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-43.0261°, 147.4220°
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$27,277
Median Age48.0 years

About South Arm

South Arm is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 796. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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.

South Arm has a population of 796 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

796
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

South Arm vs Australia Average

The median household income in South Arm is $27,277, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,277 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $525, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: South Arm vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,277
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,277
Avg Weekly Wage$525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in South Arm is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 86.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 318 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, 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

Homeownership86.4%
Owner-Occupied86.4%
Renter-Occupied13.6%
Housing Units318

Property Tax

Climate in South Arm

South Arm 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
South Arm 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 52 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

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-43.0261°N, 147.4220°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

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 89 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in Wettest

South Arm has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in South Arm

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
South Arm Primary School
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Radio Stations near South Arm

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 South Arm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
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
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in South Arm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law 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 South Arm

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Cafes in South Arm

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Touch of the MO

Golf Courses in South Arm

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iron Pot Golf Course

Breweries in South Arm

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

Stadiums & Teams in South Arm

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near South Arm

11 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

Treatment Centers in South Arm

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 South Arm

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Barnabas 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 South Arm

What is the population of South Arm?

South Arm has a population of 796 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is South Arm expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,277, 64% 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 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in South Arm?

South Arm 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 South Arm?

South Arm has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $525. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in South Arm?

The median home value in South Arm is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 86.4%.

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