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Swansea, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Swansea is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 859. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
859 Population 2/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$19,097 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,097 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$134,000 home value, $670/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population859
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,097
Per Capita$19,097
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$134,000
Rent$670
Ownership79.5%
Housing Units344

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population859
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-42.1228°, 148.0743°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (611 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,097
Median Age62.0 years

About Swansea

Swansea is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 859. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Swansea has a population of 859 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

859
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Swansea vs Australia Average

The median household income in Swansea is $19,097, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,097 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $367, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 82 business establishments.

Income: Swansea vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,097
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,097
Avg Weekly Wage$367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Swansea is $134,000, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 79.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 344 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,000
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.5%
Owner-Occupied79.5%
Renter-Occupied20.5%
Housing Units344

Property Tax

Climate in Swansea

Swansea has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 534 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.5° 61.9
Feb 17.2°C / 63°F 12.2° / 22.1° 47.4
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.3° / 21° 47.2
Apr 13.4°C / 56°F 8.3° / 18.6° 44.0
May 11.3°C / 52°F 6.4° / 16.2° 26.4
Jun 9.2°C / 49°F 4.5° / 13.9° 35.7
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 3.9° / 13.6° 33.2
Aug 9.7°C / 49°F 4.6° / 14.8° 42.0
Sep 11.2°C / 52°F 6° / 16.4° 39.2
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.1° 48.0
Nov 14.2°C / 58°F 9.2° / 19.3° 57.4
Dec 16°C / 61°F 10.8° / 21.3° 52.0
Swansea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-42.1228°N, 148.0743°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 22, 2002.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 59 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Wettest

Swansea has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 47°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Swansea

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Swansea Primary School
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Museums in Swansea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bark Mill Museum
East Coast Heritage Museum

Hotels in Swansea

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bayside B&B
Freycinet Lodge
Freycinet Waters
Swansea Beach Chalets
Swansea Waterloo Inn
Swansea Waterloo Inn

Restaurants in Swansea

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery
Piermont Retreat and Restaurant
Saltshaker Restaurant
Swansea RSL bistro

Cafes in Swansea

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Artifakt Gallery And Cafe
Cake And Honey
Kate's Berry Farm
Kate’s Berry Farm

Gas Stations in Swansea

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United Swansea

Banks in Swansea

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Swansea

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freycinet Golf Course
Swansea Golf Course

Ski Resorts Near Swansea

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ben Lomond 0.0 $0

Airports Near Swansea

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Avoca AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Campbell Town AirportSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Friendly Beaches AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
North Campbell Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Swansea AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Swansea

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Church
St Andrews Uniting Church
Swansea All Saints

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Waterfalls
3
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 Swansea

What is the population of Swansea?

Swansea has a population of 859 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 62.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Swansea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,097, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,000 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Swansea?

Swansea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches.

How is the job market in Swansea?

Swansea has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $367. There are 82 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Swansea?

The median home value in Swansea is $134,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $670. The homeownership rate is 79.5%.

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