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Victor Harbor, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Victor Harbor is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 4,520. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,520 Population 32/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$18,117 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$18,117 median income, 4.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$150,400 home value, $752/mo rent

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About Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor is a town in the Australian state of South Australia located within the City of Victor Harbor on the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula, about 82 kilometres (51 mi) south of the state capital of Adelaide. The town is the largest population centre on the peninsula, with an economy based upon agriculture, fisheries, and tourism. It is a popular tourist destination, with the area's population greatly expanded during the summer holidays, usually by Adelaide locals looking to escape the summer heat.

People

Population4,520
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density32/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,117
Per Capita$18,117
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$150,400
Rent$752
Ownership69.7%
Housing Units1,808

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population4,520
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-35.5504°, 138.6215°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (677 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,117
Median Age59.0 years

About Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 4,520. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Victor Harbor has a population of 4,520 with a density of 32 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,520
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above Australia avg
140.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Victor Harbor vs Australia Average

The median household income in Victor Harbor is $18,117, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,117 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $348, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 429 business establishments.

Income: Victor Harbor vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,117
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,117
Avg Weekly Wage$348

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)429

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Victor Harbor is $150,400, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,808 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,400
47% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.7%
Owner-Occupied69.7%
Renter-Occupied30.3%
Housing Units1,808

Property Tax

Climate in Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.2° 20.1
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 14.8° / 24.2° 24.4
Mar 18.2°C / 65°F 12.9° / 23.5° 19.6
Apr 15.8°C / 60°F 10.3° / 21.3° 37.4
May 13.7°C / 57°F 8.8° / 18.6° 63.3
Jun 11.6°C / 53°F 7.1° / 16.1° 75.5
Jul 11°C / 52°F 6.5° / 15.5° 80.4
Aug 11.4°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.3° 74.1
Sep 13°C / 55°F 7.6° / 18.4° 60.1
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 9° / 20.7° 38.6
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.5° / 22.6° 30.0
Dec 18.5°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24.1° 27.3
Victor Harbor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area140.3 sq mi (363.2 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates-35.5504°N, 138.6215°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 55 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 76 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 49 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 120 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 58 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 141 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 47 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 47 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 23 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 133 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 — — 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
July 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in

Victor Harbor has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Victor Harbor

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Victor Harbor High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Victor Harbor

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Lofty 88.9 — AAC 24 kbps

Museums in Victor Harbor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Goolwa Museum-National Trust
Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
National Trust Museum and Gift Shop
Port Elliot Railway Station - National Trust
Victor Harbor Station Master's Residence

Libraries in Victor Harbor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Port Elliot Depot0.0
Victor Harbor Town Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Victor Harbor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Goolwa Wharf Rotary Market
Myponga Markets

Hotels in Victor Harbor

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchorage Seafront
Crown Hotel
Grosvenor Hotel
Hotel Victor

Restaurants in Victor Harbor

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nino's

Cafes in Victor Harbor

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Causeway Café
Flight at Warland
Granite Island Recreation Park Cafe
Mums Beard Cafe
Planted Coffee House
Rumbelow's Restaurant

Train Stations in Victor Harbor

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Victor Harbour

Gas Stations in Victor Harbor

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Coles Express
United

Banks in Victor Harbor

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Shopping Malls in Victor Harbor

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Centre
Victor Central Shopping Centre

Gyms in Victor Harbor

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Golf Courses in Victor Harbor

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Victor Harbor Golf Club

Breweries in Victor Harbor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Smiling Samoyed Brewery

Airports Near Victor Harbor

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
Aldinga Airport—Small Airport
Aldinga private airstrip—Small Airport
Cherry Gardens Airstrip—Small Airport
Claremont Airbase—Small Airport
Goolwa Airport—Small Airport
Hindmarsh International Airport—Small Airport
Hindmarsh Island private strip—Small Airport
Huntfield Airfield—Small Airport
Meningie Airport—Small Airport
Murray Bridge Airport—Small Airport
Penneshaw AirportPEASmall Airport
Rollo's Aerodrome—Small Airport
Strathalbyn Airport—Small Airport
Woodside Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Victor Harbor

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Victor Harbor Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Victor Harbor

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christian Gospel Centre
Newland Memorial Uniting Church
Victor Harbor Church of Christ

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 Victor Harbor

What is the population of Victor Harbor?

Victor Harbor has a population of 4,520 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Victor Harbor expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,117, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,400 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Victor Harbor?

Victor Harbor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Victor Harbor?

Victor Harbor has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $348. There are 429 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Victor Harbor?

The median home value in Victor Harbor is $150,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 69.7%.

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McCracken 1,903 pop · 1.1 mi Encounter Bay 4,651 pop · 2.0 mi Hayborough 2,135 pop · 2.1 mi Port Elliot 2,064 pop · 3.5 mi Middleton 1,122 pop · 5.4 mi Goolwa Beach 1,975 pop · 9.1 mi Goolwa 2,225 pop · 9.6 mi Mount Compass 1,397 pop · 14.1 mi Hindmarsh Island 1,341 pop · 14.1 mi Sellicks Beach 2,538 pop · 17.6 mi Normanville 1,589 pop · 18.4 mi Willunga 2,269 pop · 19.7 mi Aldinga Beach 10,343 pop · 20.9 mi Port Willunga 1,629 pop · 21.8 mi
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