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Montana

TAS 7304 • Tasmania

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainCar-Dependent

About Montana

Montana is a small rural locality in the Central Highlands of Tasmania, situated approximately 55 kilometres south of Launceston in the scenic Great Western Tiers country. Covering around 25 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 57 residents. The locality lies within the Meander Valley Council area, in a region of mixed farming, river valleys, and spectacular highland scenery.

The Meander River valley provides excellent trout fishing, and the Great Western Tiers escarpment rising above the locality offers stunning views and bushwalking opportunities. The town of Deloraine, approximately 10 kilometres away, is an arts and craft hub with a farmers market, schools, and services. There is no public transport to Montana; a private vehicle is essential. The combination of natural beauty and agricultural landscape makes this area attractive to those seeking a Tasmanian rural lifestyle.

Montana falls under postcode 7304 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.71°, 146.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.84 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (Deloraine) — Launceston Approx 1 hr

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Launceston (~50 min)
By Car (Peak)
50 min - 1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min - 55 min

🛣️ Bass Highway and Meander Valley Road provide main access to Launceston

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural Tasmanian locality; car required for almost all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montana known for? +

Montana is a quiet rural locality in Tasmania's Meander Valley, known for its pastoral landscape at the foot of the Great Western Tiers and proximity to Deloraine, Tasmania's crafts and arts hub.

How far is Montana from Launceston? +

Montana is approximately 55 kilometres south-west of Launceston CBD, roughly a 50 minute to 1 hour drive.

Does Montana have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Montana. Redline Coaches operate from nearby Deloraine, approximately 10 kilometres away, to Launceston.

What is the population of Montana? +

According to the 2021 Census, Montana has a population of approximately 57 residents in this Meander Valley locality.

Is Montana a good place to live? +

Montana suits those who value Tasmania's rural highland landscapes, trout fishing in the Meander River, and the artistic community of Deloraine, while remaining within reach of Launceston.

What is the postcode for Montana? +

The postcode for Montana is 7304, covering this rural locality in the Meander Valley Council area of Tasmania.