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Dollar

VIC 3871 • Victoria

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Dollar

Dollar is a small rural locality in South Gippsland, Victoria, situated approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne near the town of Leongatha and Mirboo North. The locality covers around 19 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. The area features the rolling green dairy farming hills characteristic of South Gippsland, with a temperate maritime climate and lush pastures.

Leongatha, approximately 12 kilometres to the south, provides the main services for the district including a hospital, schools, and shopping. The Strzelecki Ranges State Forest and nearby Wilsons Promontory provide outstanding bushwalking and nature experiences. South Gippsland is popular with tree-changers seeking a lush farming lifestyle within reach of Melbourne. A private vehicle is essential for local travel.

Dollar falls under postcode 3871 and is governed by the South Gippsland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Monash, while state elections fall under the Narracan (Eastern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Gippsland
Federal Electorate
Monash
State Electorate
Narracan (Eastern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-38.42°, 146.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.50 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,457
Median 2023–24
$48,635
▲ 17.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,469

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leongatha
12 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
V/Line coach from Leongatha (approx. 12 km) to Melbourne; approx. 2 hours
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hours

🛣️ South Gippsland Highway provides road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is needed for all errands to Leongatha.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the South Gippsland Local Government Area, which contains Dollar. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
326.2 / 100k
2yr Up 15.6% 10yr Up 15.8%
Motor vehicle theft
249.4 / 100k
2yr Up 78.8% 10yr Up 202.7%
Non-FV assault
198.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
460.5 / 100k
2yr Up 153.5% 10yr Up 71.9%
View all offence subgroups for South Gippsland →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dollar VIC known for? +

Dollar is a quiet South Gippsland locality near Leongatha, known for its lush dairy farming country, Strzelecki Ranges scenery, and easy access to Wilsons Promontory.

How far is Dollar VIC from Melbourne CBD? +

Dollar is approximately 130 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, around 2 to 2.5 hours by road via the South Gippsland Highway.

Does Dollar VIC have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Dollar. V/Line coach services operate from Leongatha (approximately 12 km south) to Melbourne.

What is the population of Dollar VIC? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dollar has a population of approximately 61 residents, a small rural community in South Gippsland.

Is Dollar VIC a good place to live? +

Dollar suits those seeking a peaceful South Gippsland dairy farming lifestyle, with Leongatha's services nearby and the spectacular coastline of Wilsons Promontory within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Dollar VIC? +

The postcode for Dollar, VIC is 3871.

Is Dollar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dollar is part of the South Gippsland LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Dollar? +

Dollar had a population of 61 at the 2021 Census.