Demographics
Orbost is approximately 208.62 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Orbost was 2227. The population is 48% male and 52% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Orbost are $1000 to $1399. The most common weekly income bracket is $400 to $499 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $150 to $199.Description
Orbost is a suburb of Northern Victoria, Victoria and is about 306 kms east of VIC's capital city of Melbourne. In the 2011 Australian census the population of Orbost was 2,493 when there were 1,266 Females and 1,227 Males living there. The median age for people living in Orbost was 43. Orbost is situated in the far east of Victoria between Lakes Entrance and Cann River. Orbost has developed into a major cattle and agricultural district. The surrounding mountain forests produce hardwood timber, most of which is milled locally. Orbost is situated on the Snowy River, surrounded by its rich river flats. Its commercial centre is along Nicholson Street and includes two supermarkets, a selection of shops and a few hotels.Points of Interest