Average rent in Victor Harbor, SA2026

Victor Harbor sits in the Victor Harbor local government area, 70km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 15,847 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $290/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$290/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
15,847

ABS 2021

Median age
60
Distance to Adelaide
70 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
88%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Community and Personal Service Workers
LGA
Victor Harbor

Renting in Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor sits close to the South Australia median, with renters typically paying $290/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $283/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 74% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 21% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (88%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 60 and a population of around 15,847. The most common occupation is Community and Personal Service Workers, and 20% of residents were born overseas. 70km from Adelaide, Victor Harbor is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Victor Harbor?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Victor Harbor, SA was $290. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Victor Harbor rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Victor Harbor sat at $290 — 2% above the state average. The suburb is 70km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (88% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Victor Harbor have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Victor Harbor's $290/week (ABS 2021) include Gawler - South, Salisbury North, Goolwa - Port Elliot. Salisbury East, Morphett Vale - West, Nuriootpa sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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