The Ararat City is located in the Grampians region of Victoria, Australia. It is located 200 km west of Melbourne, and has a population of 11,6811. According to the 2011 census, the city has a median age of 42.5 years, with more than four out of every ten residents aged over 50. It is also home to a higher than average percentage of low-income households, with a combined annual income of less than $33,500.
The Ararat City is the principal service centre for the region. It has the highest density of commercial and retail services, and is also home to the region's largest recreational facilities. It also offers four public schools and a medical center. It also features a number of art and music schools. Although this city is a small one, it offers plenty of services for its residents. It also hosts a range of recreational and cultural activities.
In addition to the historical significance of the city, Ararat is a major transport hub for the region. It is connected to the capital Yerevan via the M-2 motorway. There are also regular commuter trains that connect Ararat to Yerevan and the southern part of the country. In the Soviet era, the city served as a railway depot connecting the capital city to the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.