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Violet Town, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Violet Town is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 829. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
829 Population 84/sq mi density
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$18,556 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$18,556 median income, 7.7% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population829
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density84/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,556
Per Capita$18,556
Unemployment7.7%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership81.3%
Housing Units332

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Population829
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates-36.6361°, 145.7151°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,556
Median Age57.0 years

About Violet Town

Violet Town is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 829. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Violet Town has a population of 829 with a density of 84 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

829
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above Australia avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Violet Town vs Australia Average

The median household income in Violet Town is $18,556, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,556 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $357, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 79 business establishments.

Income: Violet Town vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,556
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,556
Avg Weekly Wage$357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)79

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Violet Town is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 81.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 332 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.3%
Owner-Occupied81.3%
Renter-Occupied18.7%
Housing Units332

Property Tax

Climate in Violet Town

Violet Town has an average annual temperature of 12.5°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 886 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.8° 55.0
Feb 19.4°C / 67°F 11.7° / 27° 50.7
Mar 16.5°C / 62°F 9.2° / 23.9° 48.2
Apr 12.4°C / 54°F 5.7° / 19.1° 57.2
May 9.1°C / 48°F 3.8° / 14.4° 76.7
Jun 6.8°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11.4° 98.0
Jul 6.2°C / 43°F 2.1° / 10.3° 105.8
Aug 6.9°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11.5° 104.4
Sep 9°C / 48°F 3.8° / 14.3° 86.9
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 5.6° / 18.2° 70.8
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 7.7° / 21.7° 69.1
Dec 17.3°C / 63°F 9.7° / 24.9° 63.6
Violet Town enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates-36.6361°N, 145.7151°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 86 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 104 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 146 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 106 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 127 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 141 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 150 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 142 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 134 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 131 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 100 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 101 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 53 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 40 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 132 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 148 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 23 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 88 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 143 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
July 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in

Violet Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 48°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Violet Town

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Peranbin Primary College
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Radio Stations near Violet Town

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Violet Town

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Farmers Arms Hotel Museum

Libraries in Violet Town

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Euroa Library0.0

Hotels in Violet Town

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ellen Frances Hotel-Motel & Bar

Train Stations in Violet Town

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Violet Town

Gas Stations in Violet Town

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Violet Town Garage

Golf Courses in Violet Town

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shadforth Reserve (Violet Town Golf Course)

Airports Near Violet Town

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) AirportSmall Airport
Delatite AirstripSmall Airport
Eildon Weir AirportSmall Airport
Euroa AerodromeSmall Airport
Kyabram AirportSmall Airport
Locksley FieldSmall Airport
Longwood AirportSmall Airport
Mangalore AirportSmall Airport
Mansfield AirportSmall Airport
Merton AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Skydive Nagambie AirportSmall Airport
St James Private airfieldSmall Airport
Strathbogie AirportSmall Airport
Taggerty AirportSmall Airport
Violet Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Wahring FieldSmall Airport
Yarrawonga AirportSmall Airport
Yea AirportSmall Airport
Yeaburn AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Violet Town

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Violet Town

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Melbourne

🇦🇺 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 Violet Town

What is the population of Violet Town?

Violet Town has a population of 829 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Violet Town expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,556, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Violet Town?

Violet Town enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.

How is the job market in Violet Town?

The unemployment rate in Violet Town is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $357. There are 79 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Violet Town?

The median home value in Violet Town is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 81.3%.

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