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Tarneit, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Tarneit is a mid-size city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 56,370. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
56,370 Population 12/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$28,730 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,730 median income, 7.3% unemployment
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Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population56,370
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density12/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$28,730
Per Capita$28,730
Unemployment7.3%

Housing

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Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units22,548

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population56,370
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates-37.8363°, 144.6595°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,730
Median Age30.0 years

About Tarneit

Tarneit is a mid-size city in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 56,370. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Tarneit has a population of 56,370 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

56,370
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
4,706.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tarneit vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tarneit is $28,730, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,730 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $553, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 5,355 business establishments.

Income: Tarneit vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,730
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,730
Avg Weekly Wage$553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)5,355

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tarneit is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 22,548 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units22,548

Property Tax

Climate in Tarneit

Tarneit has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.4°C / 69°F 14.6° / 26.1° 43.7
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 14.8° / 25.9° 38.2
Mar 18.4°C / 65°F 12.8° / 23.9° 29.3
Apr 15.2°C / 59°F 9.9° / 20.5° 38.7
May 12.6°C / 55°F 8.1° / 17.1° 35.6
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 6.2° / 14.5° 38.9
Jul 9.8°C / 50°F 5.6° / 14.1° 31.6
Aug 10.5°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.2° 38.3
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 7.1° / 17.4° 42.3
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 8.6° / 19.8° 43.6
Nov 16.5°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.1° 54.8
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.3° 45.9
Tarneit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area4,706.6 sq mi (12,190.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8363°N, 144.6595°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.36"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 8, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 145 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 150 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 130 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 141 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 123 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 121 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 136 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 121 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 136 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 142 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 36 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 119 km
Nov 8, 1992 20 km NNE of Colac, Australia M3.6 92 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 63 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 142 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 146 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 96 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 138 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 125 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (190 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
March 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
August 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in

Tarneit has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (1.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Tarneit

Institution Type Founded Website
The Laurels College - ,
TVSA Bacchus Marsh Campus College - Visit →

Schools in Tarneit

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Davis Creek Primary School - - - -
St Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Primary School - - - -
Barayip Primary School - - - -
Wimba Primary School - - - -
Brinbeal Secondary College - - - -
Karwan Primary School - - - -
Nearnung Primary School - - - -
The Grange P-12 College Callistemon Campus - - - -
The Grange P-12 College Deloraine Campus - - - -
Warringa Park School Bethany Road Campus - - - -
Thomas Carr Catholic College - - - -
Islamic College of Melbourne - - - -
Tarneit Rise Primary School - - - -
St Francis of Assisi Primary School - - - -
Good News Lutheran College - - - -
Tarneit P-9 College - - - -
Tarneit Senior College - - - -
St John the Apostle Primary School - - - -
Baden Powell P-9 College Tarneit Campus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tarneit

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Classic Rock classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Triple M Melbourne 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
3AW 693 Melbourne, VIC, Australia Talk AM 693 news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
3RRR Melbourne - AAC
全澳华语广播华厦之声 am1629 AAC+ 64 kbps
PBS FM - Melbourne - 106.7 FM (48kHz, 192kbps AAC-LC) australian music, community radio AAC 192 kbps
ABC Radio Australia 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC Jazz 20220701 blues, jazz AAC 238 kbps
Triple R 102.7FM community radio, independent AAC
The Buzzz - MP3 192 kbps
ASP Radio 70s 80s 90s music MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Sailing Radio rnb, soul AAC+ 192 kbps
Southern FM Melbourne Australia - MP3 320 kbps
3MBS - Melbourne, 103.5 MHz FM classical MP3 128 kbps
TheLight Christmas - AAC+ 64 kbps
IMC Country Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio PVS jazz, rock AAC+ 192 kbps
K Rock Geelong 95.5 - AAC+ 64 kbps
UltraCool Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Ananda Marga Kiirtan kiirtan, mantra MP3
Surf FM 87.6 - MP3 32 kbps
The Light Worship christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Golden Days Radio gold, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
JOY 94.9 Out Loud Proud - AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Tarneit

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Gliding Museum
B-24 Liberator Museum
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
HMAS Castlemaine
Newport Railway Museum
Newport Railway Museum
Polish Museum and Archives in Australia
Polish Museum and Archives in Australia
RAAF Museum
Scienceworks
Scienceworks
St. John Ambulance Museum
St. John Ambulance Museum
The Pumping Station
The Pumping Station

Libraries in Tarneit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Altona Library0.0
Altona Meadows Library0.0
Altona North Community Library0.0
Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre0.0
Brimbank Libraries Deer Park Branch0.0
Brimbank Library0.0
Caroline Springs Library0.0
Footscray Library0.0
Footscray Mechanics' Institute Library0.0
Gladstone Park Library0.0
J.A. Gilruth Library0.0
Julia Gillard Library0.0
Keilor Village Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre0.0
Lara Library0.0
Lerderderg Library0.0
Library0.0
Little library0.0
Maribyrnong Library0.0
Melton Library & Learning Hub0.0
Newport Library0.0
Point Cook Library0.0
St Albans Library0.0
Sunshine Library0.0
Tullamarine Library0.0
West Footscray Library0.0
Williamstown Library0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Manor Lakes Branch0.0
Wyndham Library Service - Werribee Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Tarneit

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lakes Fresh Food Market
Regional Farmers Markets
Regional Farmers Markets
Spotswood Slow Food Market
Spotswood Slow Food Market

Restaurants in Tarneit

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bubba Pizza Tarneit
Pizza Kings Tarneit

Cafes in Tarneit

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Time
Degani
Little Growling Cafe
Starbucks
The Global Local

Theatres in Tarneit

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Father Moran Performing Arts Centre

Clinics in Tarneit

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #1324264684
AU #5560591357
Hoppers Superclinic
Lotus Family Medical Centre

Train Stations in Tarneit

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tarneit
West Tarneit

Bus Stations in Tarneit

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #713192059

Gas Stations in Tarneit

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
7-Eleven
AU #10685576231
AU #11118179230
AU #3338868739
AU #968754258
BP
Caltex Tarneit
EG Tarneit

Shopping Malls in Tarneit

4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Riverdale Village Town Centre
Tarneit Central Shopping Centre
Tarneit Central Shopping Centre
Tarneit Gardens Shopping Centre

Gyms in Tarneit

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Club Alamora

Breweries in Tarneit

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hop Nation

Stadiums & Teams in Tarneit

TeamLeagueDivision
Flemington Grandstand
Victoria University Community Sports Stadium
Whitten Oval

Airports Near Tarneit

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Melbourne AirportMELLarge Airport
Melbourne Avalon International AirportAVVLarge Airport
Melbourne Essendon AirportMEBMedium Airport
Melbourne Moorabbin AirportMBWMedium Airport
Arkells Airfield-Small Airport
Bacchus Marsh Airport-Small Airport
Barwon Heads Airport-Small Airport
Bellbrae private airstrip-Small Airport
Blue Tongue Airfield-Small Airport
Castlemaine Airport-Small Airport
Ceres Airport-Small Airport
Coldstream Airport-Small Airport
Drysdale Airstrip-Small Airport
Emu Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Fiskville Airport-Small Airport
Flying Circus Airfield-Small Airport
Gnarwarre Airstrip-Small Airport
Kyneton Airport-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip-Small Airport
lake Modewarre Private airstrip no.2-Small Airport
Legate Airfield-Small Airport
Lethbridge Airpark-Small Airport
Lilydale Airport-Small Airport
Ling Lake Airfield-Small Airport
Lovely Banks Airport-Small Airport
Marshall Airfield-Small Airport
Melton Airport-Small Airport
RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base-Small Airport
Riddell Airport-Small Airport
Rochford Airstrip-Small Airport
Romsey Airport-Small Airport
Rothwell Airfield-Small Airport
Smeaton airfield private-Small Airport
St Leonards Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury (Penfield) Airfield-Small Airport
Sunbury East Airport-Small Airport
The Boreen Airstrip-Small Airport
Torquay Airport-Small Airport
Tyabb Airport-Small Airport
Valken Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wooloomanata Airfield-Small Airport
Yeaburn Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Tarneit

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
4Cyte Pathology Footscray
Ageless Skin & Laser Clinic
Casualty
Dr Bach's Medical Clinic
Edgewater Medical Centre
Mandalay
Military Road Medical Centre
Millenium Medical
Pain Stoppers
Radiology Imaging Solutions
Yarraville Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarneit

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Golden Wattle Masjid
Gurudwara Sahib Tarneit
Hararian Organization Inc. Mosque
Jeeyar Educational Trust Ashram
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Mahamevnawa Buddhist Meditation Centre
Melbourne Grand Mosque
Nazarene Apostolic Christian Church
Oromo Resource Centre
SMVS Swaminarayan Temple
St. Philip's Lutheran Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

Things to See Near Tarneit

17 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (2)
  • • Altona Beach
  • • Northern Beach
🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Itinerants Cave
🖼️ Galleries (1)
  • • Wyndham Art Gallery
⛰️ Peaks (10)
  • • Cowie Hill
  • • Diarmuid Hill
  • • George Hill
  • • Greek Hill
  • • Green Hill
  • + 5 more
🏛️ Ruins (2)
  • • Leakes Wine Cellars
  • • Werribee Manor Ruins
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Bungies Hole Landing

🇦🇺 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 Tarneit

What is the population of Tarneit?

Tarneit has a population of 56,370 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 4,706.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tarneit expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,730, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tarneit?

Tarneit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.

How is the job market in Tarneit?

The unemployment rate in Tarneit is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $553. There are 5,355 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tarneit?

The median home value in Tarneit is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

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