Myrtleford

VIC 3737 • Rest of VIC

3,285
Population (2021)
$33,956
Median Income
79.67 km²
Area
215m
Elevation

About Myrtleford

Myrtleford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Victoria, located within the Alpine (Shire) area. With a population of 3,285 and a median income of $33,956, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 79.67 km² at an elevation of 215m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of VIC.

Situated at an elevation of 215m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Myrtleford offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Myrtleford falls under postcode 3737 and is governed by Alpine Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
3737
Urban Area
Alpine - Towong - Indigo
LGA
Federal Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.58°, 146.74°
Statistical Area
Rest of VIC
Area
79.67 km²
Elevation
215m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Clyde Street Myrtleford 3737 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,193
Census 2021
3,285
2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,312
Income 2021
$33,956
29.1% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,575
Born Overseas 526

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 157
  • 2. England 80
  • 3. Philippines 63
  • 4. New Zealand 37
  • 5. Germany 27
  • 6. Netherlands 17
  • 7. Nepal 15
  • 8. Myanmar 13
  • 9. Scotland 12
  • 10. South Africa 11
  • 11. Croatia 10
  • 12. India 7
  • 13. Malaysia 6
  • 14. Fiji 5
  • 15. France 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,202
Australian 1,152
Italian 655
Irish 349
Scottish 342
German 139
Filipino 80
Dutch 69
Australian Aboriginal 35
Chinese 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,970
Both parents born in Australia
776
Both parents born overseas
344
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.0%
No Religion
35.6%
Hinduism
1.1%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
134 (4.1%)
5-14 years
372 (11.3%)
15-19 years
148 (4.5%)
20-24 years
149 (4.5%)
25-34 years
311 (9.5%)
35-44 years
336 (10.2%)
45-54 years
387 (11.8%)
55-64 years
492 (15.0%)
65-74 years
447 (13.6%)
75-84 years
328 (10.0%)
85+ years
169 (5.1%)

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