💰 Top 50 Suburbs in Victoria by Median Household Income
Household income tells you a lot about a suburb — who can afford to live there, the kind of dwellings that get built, the cost of local services, and the schools that develop around them. This ranking lists the top 50 suburbs in Victoria by median weekly household income, drawn directly from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (Table G02 — Selected Medians and Averages).
Plenty tops the list with a median household income of $3,190 per week — roughly $165,880 per year — well clear of the median across the rest of the list ($2,682/week at the midpoint of the top 50). High-income suburbs cluster around inner harbour and bay-side areas, leafy school belts, and mining or resource towns where wages are inflated by industry.
Only suburbs with a Census 2021 population of at least 200 residents are included to avoid distortion from very small SALs (Suburbs and Localities). Median household income reflects gross weekly income before tax for all members of a private household — different from ATO taxable income and from median personal income, both of which can rank suburbs differently.
Plenty VIC 3090
Plenty is a semi-rural outer suburb in Melbourne's north-east, located approximately 25 kilometres from the CBD within the Nillumbik Shire — part of the Greater Melbourne statistical area. With a population of 2,575 and an area of nearly 11 square kilometres, the suburb has a spacious, leafy character typical of the Nillumbik "green wedge", where planning controls limit high-density development. The median age of 44 and high household income of $3,190 per week reflect an established, affluent community of settled families and professionals.
Park Orchards VIC 3114
Park Orchards is an affluent, semi-rural suburb on Melbourne's eastern fringe, located approximately 25 kilometres east of the CBD within the City of Manningham. With a population of 3,835 spread across 9.5 square kilometres, the suburb has one of the lowest densities in metropolitan Melbourne, characterised by large acreage lots, mature trees, and a strong sense of privacy. The median household income of $3,155 per week and median mortgage of $3,000 per month reflect its premium market positioning, attracting high-income professionals and established families.
Waterways VIC 3195
Waterways is a unique master-planned suburb in Melbourne's south-east, 25 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Kingston. Established in 2000, this purpose-built community of around 2,400 residents is Australia's only suburb that's 20% parkland and 40% water. Created around the wetlands of Mordialloc Creek, it features interconnected lakes, lagoons and a 46-hectare wildlife sanctuary, giving the suburb its distinctive character.
Ivanhoe East VIC 3079
Ivanhoe East is a leafy, prestigious residential suburb in Melbourne's north-east, approximately 12 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Banyule council area. With a population of 3,762 and a median household income of $2,977 per week — well above the national average — the suburb is one of the more affluent pockets in the Heidelberg urban area. The community skews toward established families and older residents, with a median age of 45, and the area is characterised by quality period homes, spacious blocks, and a quiet, secluded atmosphere.
Cremorne VIC 3121
Cremorne is a compact inner-city Melbourne suburb about 2-3 km south-east of the CBD in the City of Yarra. The 2021 Census population is 2,158, with a dense mixed-use profile combining residential pockets, offices and legacy industrial buildings. Historically part of Richmond, it has become a high-demand inner-urban precinct with significant creative and technology-sector activity. The suburb's character is urban, walkable and highly connected.
Kangaroo Ground VIC 3097
Kangaroo Ground is a semi-rural suburb in Melbourne's outer north-east, located approximately 30 kilometres from the CBD within the Shire of Nillumbik. With a population of around 1,200, it covers a sprawling 31 square kilometres of elevated bushland at 194 metres above sea level. The suburb has a strong Australian-born demographic with a median age skewing towards established families and older residents. Its green wedge zoning preserves the area's natural bushland character and limits urban development.
Canterbury VIC 3126
Canterbury is a prestigious inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Boroondara local government area. With a population of around 7,800 residents, it is characterised by wide tree-lined streets, Federation and Edwardian-era homes, and a quiet, refined residential atmosphere. The suburb is bounded by Camberwell to the south-west, Balwyn to the north, and Surrey Hills to the east.
Research VIC 3095
Research is a leafy, semi-rural suburb in Melbourne's outer north-east, located approximately 25 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD within the Nillumbik Shire Council local government area. Situated at an elevation of around 115 metres on the lower slopes of the Yarra Ranges, the suburb forms part of Melbourne's celebrated 'green wedge' — an arc of open space and bushland that wraps around the city's north-eastern fringe. With a population of around 2,700 and a median age of 44, Research attracts established families and professionals who favour large residential blocks and a quieter pace of life. Median household income of approximately $2,876 per week reflects its well-off, predominantly owner-occupier character.
Eaglemont VIC 3084
Eaglemont is a prestigious leafy residential suburb approximately 10 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD in the City of Banyule local government area. With a population of 3,960 residents, the suburb is renowned for its cultural heritage — in the late 1880s, Heidelberg School artists including Arthur Streeton and Tom Roberts camped and painted on the Mount Eagle hillside, producing iconic works of Australian Impressionism. In 1915–16, architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin designed the suburb's estate using Garden Suburb principles of curved streets and native planting.
Warranwood VIC 3134
Warranwood is a leafy suburb of Melbourne located 28 km east of the CBD in the City of Maroondah. It recorded a population of 4,820 at the 2021 Census across an area of 3 sq km. The suburb's name is a conjunction of neighbouring Warrandyte and Ringwood, coined by a local resident in 1946.
Batesford VIC 3213
Batesford is a small rural locality situated within the Golden Plains Shire in Victoria, positioned on the northern fringe of the Geelong region approximately 12 kilometres from central Geelong. Covering around 14 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 population of 1,141 residents — up from 952 in 2016 — reflecting the area's steady growth as families seek semi-rural living within reach of Geelong. The community is distinctly family-oriented, with a median age of 39 and an average household size of 3.3, well above state averages.
Middle Park VIC 3206
Middle Park is a prestigious inner suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 5 kilometres south of the CBD within the City of Port Phillip local government area. With a population of 4,000 spread across just 0.85 square kilometres, it is one of Melbourne's most densely settled and highly sought-after neighbourhoods. Median weekly household income of around $2,836 and median weekly rent of $602 reflect the suburb's premium property market, which attracts established professionals, affluent families, and those seeking one of Melbourne's finest coastal addresses.
Harkaway VIC 3806
Harkaway is a semi-rural suburb on the outer south-eastern fringe of Melbourne, within the City of Casey, approximately 44 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD and neighbouring the established suburb of Berwick. With a population of 1,011 across 12.6 square kilometres, it maintains a distinctly rural character despite its proximity to Melbourne's expanding urban fringe, characterised by generous acreage blocks and hobby farms set among rolling hills at around 202 metres elevation. The notably high median weekly household income of $2,805 and a median age of 40 reflect an affluent, family-oriented community that values space, privacy, and a peaceful environment within reach of the city.
Wonga Park VIC 3115
Wonga Park is a semi-rural locality in Melbourne's outer eastern suburbs, situated approximately 30 kilometres from the CBD within the Yarra Ranges Council area. Nestled along the Yarra River valley, the suburb is characterised by large residential blocks, equestrian properties, and lush natural bushland. With a population of around 3,800, Wonga Park has a predominantly older demographic with a median age in the 40–59 range, and an exceptionally high owner-occupancy rate exceeding 93%. The area borders Warrandyte and Chirnside Park, forming part of Melbourne's cherished green wedge.
Langwarrin South VIC 3911
Langwarrin South is a semi-rural locality on the southern fringe of metropolitan Melbourne, approximately 47 kilometres south-east of the CBD within the City of Frankston local government area. With a population of 1,346, a median age of 42, and a median household income of around $2,773 per week — well above the national average — the area attracts established families and professionals seeking acreage living close to the Mornington Peninsula. The locality spans nearly 9 square kilometres and is bounded by Robinsons Road to the north and Dandenong-Hastings Road to the east, with housing predominantly on larger residential blocks.
Eltham North VIC 3095
Eltham North is a leafy residential suburb of Melbourne, located 21 kilometres north-east of the CBD within the City of Banyule and Shire of Nillumbik. With a population of approximately 6,830 and a median age of 42, the suburb is home to established families and professionals. The area has a distinctly bush-suburban character, with many homes set among native trees and gardens, and a strong Anglo-Australian demographic heritage.
North Warrandyte VIC 3113
North Warrandyte is a leafy, semi-rural residential suburb in Melbourne's outer north-east, located approximately 28 kilometres from the CBD within the Shire of Nillumbik — widely known as Melbourne's 'Green Wedge'. Bordered by the Yarra River to the south and surrounded by native bushland, the suburb covers 8.77 square kilometres with a population of 3,027. The median household income of $2,766 per week and median age of 42 reflect an affluent, family-oriented community, with many residents drawn by the suburb's combination of quality schools, generous block sizes, and a genuine bush setting within commuting range of Melbourne.
Clifton Hill VIC 3068
Clifton Hill is a prestigious inner-city suburb located just 4 kilometres northeast of Melbourne's CBD within the City of Yarra. Home to approximately 6,600 residents, this tightly-knit community occupies just 1.57 square kilometres of charming Victorian and Edwardian streetscapes. Once described as the "Toorak of Collingwood" in the 1880s, the suburb has undergone significant gentrification and is now one of Melbourne's most sought-after addresses, consistently ranked among the city's most liveable suburbs.
Beaconsfield Upper VIC 3808
Beaconsfield Upper is a semi-rural township located 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD within the Shire of Cardinia local government area, at an elevation of around 214 metres in the outer south-eastern growth corridor. With a population of 2,997 and a median age of 42, the suburb is home predominantly to established families and professionals, reflected in a high median household income of $2,755 per week — well above the national average. The suburb features generous residential and acreage-style properties set among gently rolling hills and native bushland across an area of approximately 28.5 square kilometres.
Lysterfield VIC 3156
Lysterfield is a semi-rural suburb on the outer south-eastern fringe of Melbourne, approximately 40 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Knox. With a population of 6,681 spread across 31.5 square kilometres, it maintains a spacious character despite being classified as a major urban locality. The median household income of $2,754 per week sits well above the national average, reflecting an established, prosperous community with a median age of 41.
Ashburton VIC 3147
Ashburton is an established inner-eastern Melbourne suburb located 12 kilometres southeast of the CBD within the prestigious City of Boroondara. Home to 7,952 residents, this well-connected community is served by two railway stations (Ashburton and Alamein) on the Alamein line, providing excellent access to the city. The suburb is notably affluent and family-oriented, with residents enjoying the longest lifespan of any Victorian suburb according to 2021 data, reflecting the high quality of life and excellent amenities available.
Warrandyte VIC 3113
Warrandyte is a leafy, semi-rural suburb nestled along the Yarra River, approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD within the City of Manningham. With a population of around 5,500, it is known for its bushland setting, artistic community, and strong environmental values. Owner-occupancy is exceptionally high at 92%, reflecting a settled and committed community.
Sandhurst VIC 3977
Sandhurst is a modern residential suburb in Melbourne's outer south-eastern fringe, falling within the City of Frankston approximately 40 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. The suburb has a population of around 5,211 and is characterised by larger households, with an average of three people per dwelling reflecting its strong family demographic. A notably high median household income of approximately $2,714 per week places Sandhurst among the more affluent localities within the Frankston local government area.
Cardigan VIC 3352
Cardigan is a rural locality on the outskirts of Ballarat in Victoria's Central Highlands, situated within the City of Ballarat Local Government Area approximately 10 kilometres south-west of the Ballarat CBD. Covering a substantial 40.7 square kilometres at an elevation of 421 metres, the locality has seen strong recent growth — population jumped from 754 in 2016 to 1,064 in 2021 — reflecting Ballarat's expanding urban fringe and the appeal of rural-residential living within striking distance of the city. The median age of 36 is younger than many comparable rural areas, suggesting a community of growing families attracted by affordable land and the Ballarat lifestyle.
Brighton VIC 3186
Brighton is Melbourne's premier beachside suburb, an affluent enclave of 23,300 in Bayside, located 11 kilometres from the CBD. The Sandringham line serves Brighton Beach station, while the iconic bathing boxes provide one of Melbourne's most photographed landmarks. Grand homes on tree-lined streets meet pristine bay beaches in a suburb that defines bayside prestige.
Hampton VIC 3188
Hampton is a prestigious bayside suburb of 13,500 residents on Port Phillip Bay, 14 kilometres southeast of Melbourne's CBD. The suburb features beach access, heritage homes, and tree-lined streets in the City of Bayside. The Sandringham line provides direct rail access.
Newport VIC 3015
Newport is one of Melbourne's trendiest inner west suburbs, a community of nearly 14,000 residents experiencing significant gentrification. Located 9 kilometres southwest of the CBD in Hobsons Bay, it benefits from excellent Werribee line rail access. The industrial heritage is transforming into cafes, breweries, and creative spaces.
Mount Macedon VIC 3441
Mount Macedon is a scenic hill station town located 64 kilometres north-west of Melbourne within the Macedon Ranges Shire, nestled at the foot of the mountain of the same name, which rises to over 1,000 metres. With a population of 1,450 and a township elevation of approximately 730 metres, the area enjoys a cool-temperate climate markedly different from Melbourne's coastal heat. The median household income of approximately $2,647 per week and median age of 48 reflect an established, affluent community of professionals, retirees, and families drawn by the Ranges' unique lifestyle appeal.
Narre Warren North VIC 3804
Narre Warren North is a well-established residential suburb in Melbourne's outer south-east, located within the City of Casey approximately 45 kilometres from the CBD. Home to around 8,033 residents across a generous 22 square kilometres, the suburb is characterised by spacious family homes spanning established estates and newer developments. With a median age of 42 and a strong median household income, the area attracts families seeking space and relative affordability in Melbourne's growing south-eastern corridor.
Fyansford VIC 3218
Fyansford is a rapidly growing residential locality on the western fringe of Geelong, situated approximately 4 kilometres south-west of the Geelong city centre within the City of Greater Geelong. With a population of 1,206 spread across a large 24.8 square kilometre area, the suburb represents one of Geelong's newest growth corridors, attracting young families and professionals priced out of established suburbs. The median age of just 34 and a high median household income of around $2,627 per week reflect its profile as a suburb of young owner-occupiers in contemporary housing. Its rural locality classification reflects the mix of newer estates alongside older pockets and open land.
Beaumaris VIC 3193
Beaumaris is one of Melbourne's most prestigious bayside suburbs, an affluent community of 13,900 residents on Port Phillip Bay, 20 kilometres southeast of the CBD. The suburb features modernist architectural heritage, beach access, and leafy streets. The foreshore walking trails and beach are cherished local assets.
Eynesbury VIC 3338
Eynesbury is a rural locality in Melbourne's outer west, approximately 45 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Melton. Home to 2,838 residents at the 2021 Census — up from 2,577 in 2016 — the suburb is one of Melbourne's growing fringe communities, attracting young families drawn by newer housing estates and relatively affordable prices. The median household income of around $2,609 per week is notably strong, and the suburb's median age of 35 reflects its young, family-oriented demographic.
Malvern VIC 3144
Malvern is one of Melbourne's most prestigious inner-eastern suburbs, located just 8.5 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Stonnington. With a population of nearly 10,000, this leafy enclave is characterised by elegant Victorian and Edwardian homes, tree-lined streets, and a distinctly affluent atmosphere. The suburb's high median income reflects its status as a destination for established professionals and families seeking refined inner-city living.
Yarrambat VIC 3091
Yarrambat is a semi-rural suburb located 27 kilometres northeast of the Melbourne CBD in the Shire of Nillumbik, known as the Green Wedge shire. With approximately 1,600 residents across 15 square kilometres, it offers a spacious bushland lifestyle on the urban fringe. The suburb is characterised by large blocks, native vegetation, and a strong sense of community.
Pakenham Upper VIC 3810
Pakenham Upper is a rural locality in the Cardinia Shire, located in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges about 53 kilometres southeast of Melbourne. With a population of approximately 1,196 across 32 square kilometres, it offers a semi-rural lifestyle on Melbourne's outer fringe. The area sits at around 209 metres elevation with scenic bushland surroundings.
Williams Landing VIC 3027
Williams Landing is a modern master-planned suburb located 19 kilometres southwest of Melbourne's CBD in the City of Wyndham. With a population approaching 9,500 and continuing rapid growth, it's developed on the former RAAF Base Laverton airfield since 2008. The suburb is designed as a transit-oriented development, centred around Williams Landing railway station which opened in 2013. The community features diverse demographics without dominance by any single ethnicity.
Aberfeldie VIC 3040
Aberfeldie is an established residential suburb in Melbourne's inner north-west, located approximately 9 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Moonee Valley. With a population of 3,925 and a median age of 41, it is a compact suburb covering just 1.55 square kilometres, characterised by elevated household incomes and a rich multicultural community with significant Italian, Greek, and Croatian heritage. Median household incomes of around $2,571 per week reflect the suburb's desirability, and median mortgages of $2,600 per month speak to its strong property market.
Botanic Ridge VIC 3977
Botanic Ridge is a modern residential suburb in Melbourne's south-east, 45 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Casey. Established in 2009, it has experienced rapid growth, with the population surging from 3,919 in 2016 to 6,739 by 2021. The suburb has a young median age of 32 and strong household incomes with a median weekly household income of $2,552.
Wandana Heights VIC 3216
Wandana Heights is an elevated residential suburb in Geelong, Victoria, situated approximately 7 km south-west of the Geelong CBD. With a population of around 2,200 and a median age of 41, it sits at 127 metres elevation on the western slopes overlooking Geelong and Corio Bay. The suburb is part of the City of Greater Geelong and is known for its panoramic views and established residential streets.
Mount Eliza VIC 3930
Mount Eliza is one of Melbourne's most prestigious bayside suburbs, an affluent community of 18,700 on the Mornington Peninsula, 44 kilometres from the CBD. The suburb occupies elevated terrain between Frankston and Mornington, with properties ranging from modest family homes to grand estates. Though lacking direct transport, the lifestyle draws those who prioritise coastal beauty over convenience.
Brighton East VIC 3187
Brighton East is an affluent residential suburb of 16,800 in Bayside, located 12 kilometres from Melbourne's CBD. The suburb sits between prestigious Brighton and more diverse Bentleigh, offering quality family homes without direct beach frontage. Train access via nearby stations provides connectivity.
Toorak VIC 3142
Toorak is Australia's most prestigious suburb, an enclave of approximately 12,800 residents 5 kilometres southeast of Melbourne's CBD. The suburb features grand mansions, tree-lined streets, and the highest property values in Australia. Toorak Road offers luxury retail.
Albert Park VIC 3206
Albert Park is a prestigious inner suburb of Melbourne, located just 4 kilometres south of the CBD within the City of Port Phillip. Home to around 6,000 residents, this historic area features elegant Victorian terraces, tree-lined streets, and the famous Albert Park Lake—host to the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix since 1996. The suburb's heritage St Vincent Gardens exemplifies London-inspired urban planning from the 1850s.
Puckapunyal VIC 3662
Puckapunyal is a military locality in Victoria's Mitchell Shire, situated approximately 100 kilometres north of Melbourne near the town of Seymour. Home to the Puckapunyal Military Area (PMA), one of Australia's largest Army training establishments, the suburb's population of 1,108 is almost entirely made up of Australian Army personnel and their families. The median age of just 24 and the high proportion of males (692 out of 1,108) reflect the base's young, active military workforce, and the above-average median household income of $2,510 per week reflects ADF salary structures.
Diamond Creek VIC 3089
Diamond Creek is a leafy outer suburb 25 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, nestled in the Nillumbik Green Wedge at the gateway to the Yarra Valley. With around 12,000 residents, it maintains a semi-rural character despite metropolitan proximity. The Hurstbridge line provides city access, while the surrounding bushland and Diamond Creek itself define the suburb's natural appeal.
Strathmore VIC 3041
Strathmore is an established suburb in Melbourne's inner northwest, located 10 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Moonee Valley. With a population of 8,980, this leafy residential area features tree-lined streets and quality period homes. Named after Scotland's Valley of Strathmore by early settler Thomas Napier, the suburb has strong European heritage—particularly Italian—reflected in its demographics and character.
Surrey Hills VIC 3127
Surrey Hills is one of Melbourne's most sought-after family suburbs, an affluent community of nearly 14,000 residents in Boroondara, 12 kilometres east of the CBD. The suburb features heritage homes, tree-lined streets, and excellent schools. The Belgrave line provides direct city access.
Kew VIC 3101
Kew is one of Melbourne's most prestigious suburbs, an established enclave of 24,500 in Boroondara, just 6 kilometres from the CBD. The Alamein line terminates here, while trams serve High Street. Grand Victorian and Edwardian homes on leafy streets, private schools of exceptional reputation, and significant heritage character define a suburb that represents Melbourne's establishment.
Glen Iris VIC 3146
Glen Iris is an established prestige suburb of 26,000 in Boroondara, 10 kilometres southeast of Melbourne's CBD. The Alamein and Glen Waverley lines both serve the suburb, making it well-connected for an inner-eastern location. Leafy streets, heritage homes, and the Gardiners Creek trail define a suburb that exemplifies Melbourne's desirable middle-eastern character.
Kew East VIC 3102
Kew East is an affluent residential suburb in Melbourne's inner east, approximately 7 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Boroondara. With a population of around 6,600, it is a well-established area characterised by tree-lined streets, period homes, and a mature demographic with average ages between 40 and 59. Owner-occupiers dominate at 76%, reflecting the suburb's stability and desirability.
📊 Methodology
Rankings use median weekly household income from the ABS Census 2021 (Table G02 — Selected Medians and Averages). Only suburbs (SAL geographies) in Victoria with a Census 2021 population of at least 200 residents are included to avoid noise from very small areas. Ties are broken by total population (larger first). Annual figures are simple weekly × 52 — actual reported annual income from the ATO will differ.