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Albion Park Rail, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Albion Park Rail is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,809. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
6,809 Population 88/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,497 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,497 median income, 5.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,098/mo rent

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About Albion Park Rail

Albion Park Rail

Albion Park Rail is a suburb of Shellharbour, Australia situated in the Macquarie Valley (Shellharbour). The South Coast railway line was opened to the railway station and Bombo in 1887. At the time the nearest town was Albion Park, several kilometres away. Over time, houses were built around the railway station, and Albion Park Rail developed into a town in its own right, and with its own name.

People

Population6,809
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density88/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,497
Per Capita$21,497
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,098
Ownership72.7%
Housing Units2,724

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population6,809
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-34.5663°, 150.7918°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,497
Median Age41.0 years

About Albion Park Rail

Albion Park Rail is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,809. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Albion Park Rail has a population of 6,809 with a density of 88 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,809
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
77.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Albion Park Rail vs Australia Average

The median household income in Albion Park Rail is $21,497, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,497 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $413, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 647 business establishments.

Income: Albion Park Rail vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,497
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,497
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)647

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Albion Park Rail is $219,600, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 72.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,724 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,600
22% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.7%
Owner-Occupied72.7%
Renter-Occupied27.3%
Housing Units2,724

Property Tax

Climate in Albion Park Rail

Albion Park Rail has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 17.2° / 26.9° 70.1
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.4° 136.7
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.3° 107.4
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.3° 65.3
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.7° 57.3
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.1° 77.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6.2° / 17.8° 56.0
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.8° 66.5
Sep 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.3° 44.0
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 74.5
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 13.4° / 24.2° 77.5
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15.4° / 25.7° 66.9
Albion Park Rail enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area77.4 sq mi (200.5 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5663°N, 150.7918°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 34 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 45 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 64 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 85 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 150 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 43 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 103 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 40 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 65 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 139 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in Warmest
February 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in
March 67°F (20°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.5 in

Albion Park Rail has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Albion Park Rail

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Albion Park Rail Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Albion Park Rail

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
i98FM — MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Albion Park Rail

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Black Diamond Heritage Centre
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Gerringong Heritage Museum
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Light Railway Museum
Science Space
Science Space
Shellharbour City Museum
The Old Court House
The Old Court House
The Pilots Cottage Museum
Tongarra Museum

Libraries in Albion Park Rail

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albion Park library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
Gerringong Library0.0
Kiama Library0.0
Oak Flats Library0.0
Shellharbour Branch Library0.0
Shellharbour City Library0.0
Thirroul Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Albion Park Rail

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kiama Farmers Market

Restaurants in Albion Park Rail

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden Joy Chinese Restaurant
Ravensthorpe

Cafes in Albion Park Rail

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Urbanista Cafe & Convenience

Train Stations in Albion Park Rail

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Albion Park Station

Gas Stations in Albion Park Rail

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Enhance
NPG Albion Park Rail
Shell

Breweries in Albion Park Rail

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Resin Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Albion Park Rail

TeamLeagueDivision
WIN Entertainment Centre
WIN Stadium

Airports Near Albion Park Rail

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowral Private Airfield—Small Airport
Bullio Airport—Small Airport
Cambewarra Airstrip—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield—Small Airport
Jervis Bay Airport—Small Airport
Mittagong Airport—Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip—Small Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield—Small Airport
Tadji Park Airstrip—Small Airport
The Oaks Airport—Small Airport
Tucker Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Wedderburn Aerodrome—Small Airport
Wilton Airport—Small Airport
Yerranderie Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Albion Park Rail

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Albion Park Rail Post Office

Treatment Centers in Albion Park Rail

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Illawarra Cancer Care Centre
Illawarra Radiology Group
Wollongong Campus Medical Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Albion Park Rail

What is the population of Albion Park Rail?

Albion Park Rail has a population of 6,809 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Albion Park Rail expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,497, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,600 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Albion Park Rail?

Albion Park Rail enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

How is the job market in Albion Park Rail?

The unemployment rate in Albion Park Rail is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $413. There are 647 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Albion Park Rail?

The median home value in Albion Park Rail is $219,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098. The homeownership rate is 72.7%.

Nearby Cities

Albion Park 13,039 pop · 1.0 mi Oak Flats 6,427 pop · 1.7 mi Blackbutt 3,282 pop · 2.7 mi Mount Warrigal 4,811 pop · 2.9 mi Barrack Heights 5,834 pop · 3.7 mi Flinders 6,558 pop · 3.8 mi Warilla 6,377 pop · 3.9 mi Lake Illawarra 3,120 pop · 3.9 mi Avondale 1,649 pop · 4.1 mi Shell Cove 5,497 pop · 4.3 mi Dapto 10,568 pop · 4.3 mi Shellharbour 3,552 pop · 4.4 mi Koonawarra 3,637 pop · 4.5 mi Windang 2,626 pop · 4.8 mi
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