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Taroona, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Taroona is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,964. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
2,964 Population 4,781/sq mi density
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$29,102 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$29,102 median income, 5.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Taroona

Taroona

Taroona is a residential suburb in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, on the route between the Hobart City Centre and Kingston. Although on the edges of the City of Hobart, Taroona is actually part of the municipality of Kingborough. Taroona is bounded on the east by the River Derwent, and has several beaches along the shore. The main beaches with public access are Taroona Beach, Hinsby Beach and Dixons Beach. Past Hinsby Beach, the Alum Cliffs form a section of cliffed coast to the neighbouring suburb of Bonnet Hill.

People

Population2,964
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density4,781/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,102
Per Capita$29,102
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership84.3%
Housing Units1,186

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Population2,964
Population Density4,781 / sq mi
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates-42.9452°, 147.3484°
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$29,102
Median Age47.0 years

About Taroona

Taroona is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,964. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 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.

Taroona has a population of 2,964 with a density of 4,781 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,964
Total Population
4,781
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Taroona vs Australia Average

The median household income in Taroona is $29,102, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,102 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $560, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 282 business establishments.

Income: Taroona vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,102
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,102
Avg Weekly Wage$560

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)282

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Taroona is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 84.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,186 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.3%
Owner-Occupied84.3%
Renter-Occupied15.7%
Housing Units1,186

Property Tax

Climate in Taroona

Taroona has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 13° / 22.7° 41.1
Feb 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 37.8
Mar 16.2°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.7° 35.4
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.9° 41.2
May 11.4°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.2° 39.7
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 5.5° / 12.7° 45.9
Jul 8.9°C / 48°F 5.2° / 12.6° 42.2
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.7° 64.7
Sep 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 57.7
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.3° / 17.6° 52.9
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 19.2° 49.4
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 11.6° / 21° 53.7
Taroona 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 305 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

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density4,781/sq mi
Coordinates-42.9452°N, 147.3484°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.48"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

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 80 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
March 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Taroona has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Taroona

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Taroona High School - - - -
Taroona Primary School - - - -
Tasmanian Aquaculture & Fisheries Institute - - - -
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Radio Stations near Taroona

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 Taroona

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
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Taroona

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater 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 Taroona

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Taroona

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Picnic Basket

Cafes in Taroona

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Picnic Basket
Shot Tower Tea Room

Monuments in Taroona

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Batchelors Grave
Taroona War Memorial

Veterinaries in Taroona

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Dog Clinic Hobart

Breweries in Taroona

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

Stadiums & Teams in Taroona

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Airports Near Taroona

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell Airport-Small Airport
Bruny Island Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge Aerodrome-Small Airport
Darlington Airport-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

Treatment Centers in Taroona

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 Taroona

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Luke's Anglican Church
St Pius X Catholic Church
Taroona Uniting 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 Taroona

What is the population of Taroona?

Taroona has a population of 2,964 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,781 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Taroona expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,102, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Taroona?

Taroona 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 Taroona?

The unemployment rate in Taroona is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $560. There are 282 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Taroona?

The median home value in Taroona is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 84.3%.

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