Average rent in Bacchus Marsh, VIC2026

Bacchus Marsh sits in the Moorabool local government area, 48km from the Melbourne CBD, with a population of around 24,717 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $340/week — below the Victoria state median of $363/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
24,717

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Melbourne
48 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
90%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Moorabool

Renting in Bacchus Marsh

Bacchus Marsh sits close to the Victoria median, with renters typically paying $340/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $363/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 76% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 21% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (90%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 37 and a population of around 24,717. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 16% of residents were born overseas. 48km from Melbourne, Bacchus Marsh 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 Bacchus Marsh?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Bacchus Marsh, VIC was $340. 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 Bacchus Marsh rent compare to Victoria?+
At the 2021 Census, Victoria's state median rent was $363 a week. Bacchus Marsh sat at $340 — 6% below the state average. The suburb is 48km from Melbourne, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (90% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Bacchus Marsh have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Bacchus Marsh's $340/week (ABS 2021): Wyndham Vale - South, Geelong West - Hamlyn Heights, Pakenham - South East. On the higher end, you've got Sunshine North, Dandenong - South, Altona Meadows. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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