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Wy Yung, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Wy Yung is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,580. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

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B Good
1,580 Population 0/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,437 Median Income
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Overall
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Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,437 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$156,600 home value, $783/mo rent

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About Wy Yung

Wy Yung is a town in Victoria, Australia, located on Great Alpine Road, in the Shire of East Gippsland near Bairnsdale. The town's name means wild duck in the local Indigenous language.

People

Population1,580
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,437
Per Capita$24,437
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$156,600
Rent$783
Ownership83.7%
Housing Units632

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Population1,580
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates-37.8000°, 147.5833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,437
Median Age46.0 years

About Wy Yung

Wy Yung is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,580. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Wy Yung has a population of 1,580 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,580
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
5,784.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wy Yung vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wy Yung is $24,437, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,437 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $470, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 150 business establishments.

Income: Wy Yung vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,437
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,437
Avg Weekly Wage$470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)150

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wy Yung is $156,600, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 83.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 632 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,600
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.7%
Owner-Occupied83.7%
Renter-Occupied16.3%
Housing Units632

Property Tax

Climate in Wy Yung

Wy Yung has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 619 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.8°C / 68°F 13.4° / 26.3° 52.3
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 13.3° / 25.8° 51.1
Mar 17.7°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24° 45.6
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 8.7° / 20.9° 51.2
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.7° / 17.8° 33.9
Jun 10°C / 50°F 4.8° / 15.1° 63.3
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.8° 46.3
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 4.5° / 16° 34.9
Sep 11.9°C / 53°F 5.8° / 18° 47.2
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20.2° 59.6
Nov 16°C / 61°F 9.8° / 22.1° 69.8
Dec 17.7°C / 64°F 11.5° / 23.9° 63.3
Wy Yung enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area5,784.9 sq mi (14,982.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8000°N, 147.5833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Aug 6, 2024.

Jun 19, 2012 11 km NNE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.2 134 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 135 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 147 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 135 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 119 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 122 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 115 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 111 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 94 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 135 km
Feb 18, 2007 11 km NE of Foster, Australia M3.2 143 km
Jun 18, 2006 18 km ENE of Yarram, Australia M3.2 99 km
Jul 7, 2003 28 km SSE of Lakes Entrance, Australia M3.2 58 km
Apr 22, 2003 16 km NNE of Foster, Australia M3.1 139 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 133 km
Aug 21, 2007 20 km NE of Neerim South, Australia M3.0 129 km
Apr 24, 2003 15 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia M3.0 138 km
Jan 3, 2007 17 km SE of Mirboo North, Australia M3.0 137 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 110 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
August 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in

Wy Yung has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 49°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Wy Yung

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lindenow Primary School
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Radio Stations near Wy Yung

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Double J UNKNOWN

Museums in Wy Yung

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bairnsdale Museum
Krowathunkoolong Keeping Place
Paynesville Maritime Museum

Libraries in Wy Yung

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bairnsdale Library0.0
Paynesville Library0.0

Golf Courses in Wy Yung

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Pines Golf Club

Breweries in Wy Yung

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bullant Brewery

Airports Near Wy Yung

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bairnsdale AirportBSJMedium Airport
RAAF Base East SaleMedium Airport
West Sale AirportSXEMedium Airport
Clydebank private AirstripSmall Airport
Fraser Island (Gippsland reserve) airstripSmall Airport
Gleneagles Park StationSmall Airport
Great Lakes Vi AirportSmall Airport
JDandBooSmall Airport
Kelly head airstripSmall Airport
Lakes Entrance AirportSmall Airport
Lakes Entrance AirportSmall Airport
Newry AirfieldSmall Airport
Omeo AirportSmall Airport
StratfordSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wy Yung

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Auspost

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Wy Yung

What is the population of Wy Yung?

Wy Yung has a population of 1,580 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,784.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wy Yung expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,437, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,600 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wy Yung?

Wy Yung enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Wy Yung?

The job market in Wy Yung is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $470. There are 150 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wy Yung?

The median home value in Wy Yung is $156,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $783. The homeownership rate is 83.7%.

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