What each type of home costs
| Home | Median rent | On $60k | On $80k | On $100k | Salary for rent under 30% of pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All homes | $550 | 57% | 45% | 37% | $96,000 |
| 1-bedroom unit | $326 | 34% | 27% | 22% | $57,000 |
| 2-bedroom unit | $430 | 44% | 35% | 29% | $75,000 |
| 3-bedroom house | $525 | 54% | 43% | 35% | $91,000 |
A common guide is that rent above 30% of your gross income is "rental stress". In Baw Baw, keeping the median rent under that line takes a salary of about $96,000, or a combined household income of that much if you rent with someone.
Nearby areas in Gippsland
| Area | Median rent | On $80k |
|---|---|---|
| Bass Coast | $500 | 41% |
| Wellington | $480 | 39% |
| East Gippsland | $470 | 38% |
| South Gippsland | $440 | 36% |
| Latrobe | $430 | 35% |
Cheaper nearby: Bass Coast ($500), Wellington ($480), East Gippsland ($470).
Based on 258 new leases in Baw Baw in the June quarter 2026.
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Rent data: Homes Victoria, Rental Report: quarterly median rents by local government area (June quarter 2026), CC BY 4.0 (DataVic), Homes Victoria (source). Median weekly rent for new leases. Take-home pay is our calculation with the ATO's 2026–27 withholding formulas.