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Tumby Bay, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Tumby Bay is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,696. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,696 Population 177/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
15.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$21,091 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$21,091 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Tumby Bay

Tumby Bay

Tumby Bay is a coastal town situated on the Spencer Gulf, on the eastern coast of Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Port Lincoln. The town of Tumby Bay is the major population centre of the District Council of Tumby Bay, and the centre of an agricultural district farming cereal crops and sheep, as well as having established fishing and tourism industries.

People

Population1,696
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density177/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$21,091
Per Capita$21,091
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership76.8%
Housing Units678

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population1,696
Population Density177 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-34.3773°, 136.1007°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (382 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,091
Median Age57.0 years

About Tumby Bay

Tumby Bay is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 1,696. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Tumby Bay has a population of 1,696 with a density of 177 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,696
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above Australia avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tumby Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tumby Bay is $21,091, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,091 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $406, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 161 business establishments.

Income: Tumby Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,091
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,091
Avg Weekly Wage$406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)161

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tumby Bay is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 76.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 678 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.8%
Owner-Occupied76.8%
Renter-Occupied23.2%
Housing Units678

Property Tax

Climate in Tumby Bay

Tumby Bay has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 71°F 16° / 26.7° 15.8
Feb 21°C / 70°F 16.2° / 25.9° 21.7
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 14.8° / 24.7° 16.0
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 12.4° / 22.6° 21.6
May 15°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.6° 48.9
Jun 12.5°C / 55°F 8.3° / 16.7° 58.9
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.1° 58.0
Aug 12°C / 54°F 7.1° / 16.8° 53.1
Sep 13.4°C / 56°F 8° / 18.7° 39.5
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.5° 25.3
Nov 17.8°C / 64°F 12° / 23.6° 19.3
Dec 19.6°C / 67°F 14° / 25.3° 20.9
Tumby Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.9 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates-34.3773°N, 136.1007°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.0"
60% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Jun 5, 2010.

Jun 5, 2010 23 km NW of Cowell, Australia M4.7 107 km
Jun 9, 1996 40 km WNW of Tumby Bay, Australia M4.4 40 km
Oct 27, 1995 69 km WSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.8 112 km
May 6, 1998 near the coast of South Australia M3.7 71 km
Feb 26, 1998 50 km NNW of Cowell, Australia M3.6 139 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 144 km
Jul 17, 2006 55 km S of Cowell, Australia M3.4 80 km
May 27, 2003 57 km SSW of Port Lincoln, Australia M3.2 101 km
Nov 8, 2002 33 km N of Tumby Bay, Australia M2.8 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in

Tumby Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Tumby Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tumby Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tumby Bay National Trust Museum

Libraries in Tumby Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bush Library Fridge0.0

Hotels in Tumby Bay

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seabreeze Hotel
Tumby Bay Hotel

Cafes in Tumby Bay

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

L'Anse Tumby Café
Ritz Cafe
Tumby Bay Bakery

Monuments in Tumby Bay

4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Completion of LIpson-Ungarra Road Seal
Jeanette Optimum Grove of Trees 1970
Ungarra Pioneers
Windmill

Gas Stations in Tumby Bay

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curtis's
J.J. Trezise & Sons
Tumby Roadhouse

Banks in Tumby Bay

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

bank SA
Bendigo Bank

Gyms in Tumby Bay

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vita Health & Fitness

Golf Courses in Tumby Bay

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tumby Bay Golf Club

Airports Near Tumby Bay

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cleve AirportCVCMedium Airport
Port Lincoln AirportPLOMedium Airport
Coffin Bay AirportSmall Airport
Cummins AirportSmall Airport
Cummins Town AirportSmall Airport
Thistle Island AirportSmall Airport
Tumby Bay AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tumby Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tumby Bay LPO

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 Tumby Bay

What is the population of Tumby Bay?

Tumby Bay has a population of 1,696 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tumby Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,091, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tumby Bay?

Tumby Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.

How is the job market in Tumby Bay?

The job market in Tumby Bay is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $406. There are 161 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tumby Bay?

The median home value in Tumby Bay is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.

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