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Yarram, Australia

Victoria · Australia

Yarram is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,072. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,072 Population 3/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
39.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$17,677 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$17,677 median income, 6.1% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$126,800 home value, $634/mo rent

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About Yarram

Yarram

Yarram is a town in the Shire of Wellington, Victoria, Australia, located in the southeast of Gippsland. At the 2016 census, the population of the town was 2,135. Nearby towns include Welshpool, Alberton and Foster.

People

Population2,072
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$17,677
Per Capita$17,677
Unemployment6.1%

Housing

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Home Value$126,800
Rent$634
Ownership77.0%
Housing Units829

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population2,072
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-38.5648°, 146.6756°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation39.6 inches (1,005 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,677
Median Age53.0 years

About Yarram

Yarram is a small town in Australia (Victoria) with a population of 2,072. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Melbourne.

Yarram has a population of 2,072 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 692.4 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,072
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
692.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yarram vs Australia Average

The median household income in Yarram is $17,677, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,677 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $340, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 197 business establishments.

Income: Yarram vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,677
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,677
Avg Weekly Wage$340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)197

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yarram is $126,800, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $634 (45% below the national average of $1,163). 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 829 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,800
55% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$634
45% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.0%
Owner-Occupied77.0%
Renter-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units829

Property Tax

Yarram experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 39.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area692.4 sq mi (1,793.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-38.5648°N, 146.6756°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 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 51 km
Aug 29, 2000 5 km ENE of Mirboo North, Australia M5.0 44 km
Sep 25, 1996 32 km SE of Alexandra, Australia M4.7 145 km
Jul 20, 2012 8 km S of Trafalgar, Australia M4.6 55 km
Mar 6, 2009 1 km SE of Korumburra, Australia M4.5 74 km
Jun 29, 2023 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M4.4 129 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NNE of Korumburra, Australia M4.4 75 km
Sep 25, 1996 26 km ENE of Neerim South, Australia M4.3 86 km
Feb 8, 2024 3 km E of Leongatha, Australia M4.3 61 km
Mar 18, 2009 0 km N of Korumburra, Australia M4.3 76 km
Sep 24, 2002 10 km SSE of Leongatha, Australia M4.0 60 km
Aug 6, 2024 34 km SSW of Mount Buller, Australia M3.9 128 km
Apr 10, 2003 Bass Strait, Australia M3.9 98 km
Jul 5, 2011 2 km NW of Korumburra, Australia M3.7 78 km
Aug 21, 2001 2 km N of Kallista, Australia M3.6 137 km
Sep 24, 2002 8 km ESE of Leongatha, Australia M3.5 55 km
Mar 8, 2007 13 km N of Bunyip, Australia M3.5 104 km
May 19, 1990 37 km N of Yallourn North, Australia M3.5 88 km
Jul 4, 2001 7 km E of Mirboo North, Australia M3.4 42 km
Jul 5, 2011 6 km ENE of Korumburra, Australia M3.3 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
February 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.7 in Wettest
October 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in

Yarram has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 48°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Yarram

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yarram Secondary College
Alberton Primary School
St Mary's Primary School
Yarram Primary School
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Radio Stations near Yarram

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Yarram

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maritme Museum
Port Welshpool and District Maritime Museum
Yarram Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Yarram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Yarram Library - Temporary Site0.0

Farmers Markets in Yarram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yarram Markets - Scout/Guide Hall

Hotels in Yarram

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yarram Club Hotel

Cafes in Yarram

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bean Pedlar

Theatres in Yarram

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regent Theatre

Gas Stations in Yarram

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Endeavour

Banks in Yarram

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Shopping Malls in Yarram

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yarram Plaza

Golf Courses in Yarram

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yarram Golf Course

Airports Near Yarram

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Latrobe Valley AirportTGNMedium Airport
RAAF Base East SaleMedium Airport
West Sale AirportSXEMedium Airport
Clydebank private AirstripSmall Airport
Fish Creek AirportSmall Airport
Gleneagles Park StationSmall Airport
JDandBooSmall Airport
Lake Glen Maggie Airfield (Coongulla)Small Airport
Madge's Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Newry AirfieldSmall Airport
Stony Creek (Buffalo) AirfieldSmall Airport
StratfordSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportWHLSmall Airport
Wilsons Promontory Airport (Yanakie Airport)Small Airport
Yanakie AirstripSmall Airport
Yarram AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yarram

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Alberton Post Office
Yarram Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yarram

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Anglican Church
Holy Trinity Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
Yarram Presbyterian Church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Yarram

What is the population of Yarram?

Yarram has a population of 2,072 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 692.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yarram expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,677, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $126,800 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $634 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yarram?

Yarram has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.

How is the job market in Yarram?

The unemployment rate in Yarram is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $340. There are 197 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yarram?

The median home value in Yarram is $126,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $634. The homeownership rate is 77.0%.

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