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Strathalbyn, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Strathalbyn is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 6,348. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,348 Population 9/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$21,666 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,666 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,348
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,666
Per Capita$21,666
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership79.3%
Housing Units2,539

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population6,348
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates-35.2598°, 138.8925°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (579 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,666
Median Age47.0 years

About Strathalbyn

Strathalbyn is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 6,348. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Strathalbyn has a population of 6,348 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 733.1 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,348
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
733.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Strathalbyn vs Australia Average

The median household income in Strathalbyn is $21,666, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,666 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $417, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 603 business establishments.

Income: Strathalbyn vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,666
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,666
Avg Weekly Wage$417

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)603

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Strathalbyn is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 79.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,539 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.3%
Owner-Occupied79.3%
Renter-Occupied20.7%
Housing Units2,539

Property Tax

Climate in Strathalbyn

Strathalbyn has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 430 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 14.8° / 28.2° 18.1
Feb 20.7°C / 69°F 14.4° / 27° 18.5
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 12.9° / 25.4° 18.5
Apr 16.8°C / 62°F 10.9° / 22.6° 29.8
May 13.8°C / 57°F 9.2° / 18.5° 46.8
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 7.3° / 15.6° 54.7
Jul 11°C / 52°F 6.7° / 15.2° 59.9
Aug 11.4°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.1° 54.6
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 7.6° / 18.7° 46.0
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 8.9° / 21.8° 33.2
Nov 18.1°C / 65°F 11.5° / 24.7° 25.8
Dec 19.8°C / 68°F 13.1° / 26.4° 23.9
Strathalbyn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 22.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area733.1 sq mi (1,898.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2598°N, 138.8925°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.8"
40% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 119 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 20 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 36 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 13 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 143 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 132 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 32 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 103 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 9 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 140 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 81 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 57 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
February 71°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in Coldest
July 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
August 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in

Strathalbyn has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Strathalbyn

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Strathalbyn Primary School
Strathalbyn High School
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Radio Stations near Strathalbyn

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Adelaide 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
ABC Radio Adelaide news, talkback AAC 94 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM adelaide, blues MP3 128 kbps
ABC Triple J (SA) abc, alternative AAC+ 56 kbps
Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM (SA) classical, news AAC 238 kbps
5MBS MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
Radio Italiana 531 MP3 192 kbps
Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) 80's, rock AAC 130 kbps
Lofty 88.9 AAC 24 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
WOW FM 100.5 AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
5EBI 103.1 FM mix AAC 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) adelaide, blues AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Strathalbyn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gilbert's Motor Museum
Goolwa Museum-National Trust
Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
Nairne Museum
Soaring Museum
Stangate House and Garden - National Trust
Strathalbyn Police Station and Courthouse Museum - National Trust

Libraries in Strathalbyn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Barker Community Library0.0
Strathalbyn Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Strathalbyn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market

Cafes in Strathalbyn

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Appleseed Cafe

Train Stations in Strathalbyn

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Strathalbyn

Gas Stations in Strathalbyn

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #544229848
Frost Motor Repairs
United

Golf Courses in Strathalbyn

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashbourne Golf Club

Breweries in Strathalbyn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Gulf Brewery

Airports Near Strathalbyn

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
RAAF Base EdinburghMedium Airport
Adelaide Parafield AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga private airstripSmall Airport
Calvin Grove AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Gardens AirstripSmall Airport
Claremont AirbaseSmall Airport
Gawler AirportSmall Airport
Goolwa AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh International AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh Island private stripSmall Airport
Huntfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Lower Light AirportSmall Airport
Lyndoch AirportSmall Airport
Meningie AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Rowland Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Sedan AirfieldSmall Airport
Strathalbyn AirportSmall Airport
Swan Reach AirportSmall Airport
Woodside AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strathalbyn

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Andrews Uniting Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Strathalbyn

What is the population of Strathalbyn?

Strathalbyn has a population of 6,348 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 733.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Strathalbyn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,666, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Strathalbyn?

Strathalbyn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.

How is the job market in Strathalbyn?

Strathalbyn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $417. There are 603 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Strathalbyn?

The median home value in Strathalbyn is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 79.3%.

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