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Yarragon, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Yarragon is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 1,621. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,621 Population 76/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$24,066 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,066 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Yarragon

Yarragon

Yarragon is a town in the Shire of Baw Baw in the West Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town lies on the Princes Highway and the Gippsland railway line approximately halfway between the major towns of Warragul and Moe. Hills of the Strzelecki Ranges rise over 500 metres (1,600 ft) immediately to the south of the town, providing a spectacular backdrop, while the Moe River and the lowlands lie to the north and east. Mount Worth at 515 m (1,690 ft) above sea level is the highest near peak to the south in the Mount Worth State Park 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) SSW of Yarragon. Mount Baw Baw at 1,563 m (5,128 ft) in the Baw Baw Ranges as part of the Great Dividing Range to the north is approximately 85 kilometres (53 mi) NNE of Yarragon. The township sits at approximately 88 metres (289 ft) above sea level. At the 2006 census, Yarragon had a population of 1131.

People

Population1,621
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density76/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,066
Per Capita$24,066
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership84.8%
Housing Units648

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population1,621
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates-38.2053°, 146.0608°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,066
Median Age43.0 years

About Yarragon

Yarragon is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 1,621. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Yarragon has a population of 1,621 with a density of 76 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,621
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
21.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yarragon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Yarragon is $24,066, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,066 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $463, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 154 business establishments.

Income: Yarragon vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,066
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,066
Avg Weekly Wage$463

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)154

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yarragon is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 84.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 648 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.8%
Owner-Occupied84.8%
Renter-Occupied15.2%
Housing Units648

Property Tax

Climate in Yarragon

Yarragon has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1091 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.5° / 25.1° 66.3
Feb 18.1°C / 65°F 11.4° / 24.8° 69.5
Mar 16°C / 61°F 9.6° / 22.4° 61.8
Apr 13.1°C / 56°F 7.4° / 18.8° 77.6
May 10.5°C / 51°F 5.7° / 15.3° 83.2
Jun 8.6°C / 47°F 4.2° / 13° 101.0
Jul 7.8°C / 46°F 3.4° / 12.2° 100.6
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.7° / 13.4° 116.6
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.3° / 15.4° 121.7
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 6.8° / 17.8° 101.8
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 99.7
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 9.9° / 22.7° 91.6
Yarragon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area21.2 sq mi (55.0 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates-38.2053°N, 146.0608°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 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 16 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 25 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 93 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 12 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 33 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 30 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 88 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 37 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 31 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 32 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 40 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 88 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 114 km
May 28, 2023 5 km W of Mickleham, Australia M3.8 130 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 32 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 70 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 32 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 38 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 48 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
July 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
August 48°F (9°C) 4.4 in Coldest
September 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in Wettest
October 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in

Yarragon has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 48°F in August to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Yarragon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yarragon Primary School
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Radio Stations near Yarragon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
South Coast FM pop music, pop rock AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Yarragon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boolarra Old School Museum
Coal Creek Community Park & Museum
Warragul & District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Yarragon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Drouin Library0.0
Mirboo North Library0.0
Warragul Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Yarragon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Moe Mall
Rokeby Market

Cafes in Yarragon

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fozigobble
Fozigobble Café
The Shothouse

Train Stations in Yarragon

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yarragon

Gas Stations in Yarragon

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #186828925
United

Breweries in Yarragon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Burra Brewing Co.

Ski Resorts Near Yarragon

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Baw Baw 0.0 $0

Airports Near Yarragon

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Latrobe Valley AirportTGNMedium Airport
Bunurong FieldSmall Airport
Bunyip AirportSmall Airport
Coldstream AirportSmall Airport
Drouin AirportSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Inverloch AirportSmall Airport
Koo Wee Rup (Aardel Port) AirfieldSmall Airport
Lake Glen Maggie Airfield (Coongulla)Small Airport
Leongatha AirportSmall Airport
Lilydale AirportSmall Airport
Longwarry AirportSmall Airport
Nar Nar Goon AirstripSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Tooradin AirportSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport)Small Airport
Wonthaggi AirportSmall Airport
Yanakie AirstripSmall Airport
Yarram AirportSmall Airport

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 Yarragon

What is the population of Yarragon?

Yarragon has a population of 1,621 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yarragon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,066, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yarragon?

Yarragon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

How is the job market in Yarragon?

Yarragon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $463. There are 154 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yarragon?

The median home value in Yarragon is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 84.8%.

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