Sign In Register

Bargo, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Bargo is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 4,335. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
4,335 Population 4/sq mi density
1,115 ft Elevation 340 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$25,080 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,080 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$231,000 home value, $1,155/mo rent

Discover Bargo, Australia

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Bargo

Bargo

Bargo is a town in the Macarthur Region of Greater Sydney in New South Wales, Australia, in the Wollondilly Shire. It is located approximately halfway between Campbelltown and Bowral, about 100 km south west of the Sydney CBD.

People

Population4,335
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,080
Per Capita$25,080
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$231,000
Rent$1,155
Ownership81.9%
Housing Units1,734

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Population4,335
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates-34.2930°, 150.5781°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,080
Median Age41.0 years

About Bargo

Bargo is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 4,335. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet (340 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Bargo has a population of 4,335 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,236.8 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,335
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
1,236.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bargo vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bargo is $25,080, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,080 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $482, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 412 business establishments.

Income: Bargo vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,080
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,080
Avg Weekly Wage$482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)412

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bargo is $231,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,155 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 81.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,734 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,000
18% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,155
1% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.9%
Owner-Occupied81.9%
Renter-Occupied18.1%
Housing Units1,734

Property Tax

Climate in Bargo

Bargo has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 841 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 13.7° / 25.6° 74.0
Feb 19°C / 66°F 13.7° / 24.3° 112.6
Mar 17°C / 63°F 11.8° / 22.1° 76.2
Apr 14°C / 57°F 8.9° / 19° 46.5
May 10.8°C / 51°F 6.1° / 15.4° 58.1
Jun 8.4°C / 47°F 4.4° / 12.3° 85.0
Jul 7.4°C / 45°F 3.2° / 11.6° 46.4
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.7° / 13.6° 52.9
Sep 11.5°C / 53°F 6.3° / 16.7° 56.5
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.4° 59.8
Nov 15.8°C / 60°F 10.2° / 21.4° 87.1
Dec 17.8°C / 64°F 12.1° / 23.4° 85.6
Bargo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Area1,236.8 sq mi (3,203.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-34.2930°N, 150.5781°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 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 8 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 13 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 33 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 50 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 140 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 21 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 150 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 143 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 76 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 29 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 122 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 3.9 in
February 69°F (20°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
December 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in

Bargo has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 47°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.7").

View full weather details →

Schools in Bargo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bargo Public School - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Bargo

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sky News Australia Radio conservative, discussion AAC+ 64 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
i98FM - MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Bargo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berrima District Historical & Family History Society Museum
Bowral Schoolhouse Museum And Gallery
Bradman Museum
Camden Museum
Campbelltown Steam Museum
Harper's Mansion
NSW Rail Museum
Richmond Villa Heritage Centre
Wollondilly Heritage Centre

Libraries in Bargo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bowral Central Library0.0
Camden Library0.0
Campbelltown TAFE Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
H. J. Daley Library0.0
Mittagong Public Library0.0
Narellan Library0.0
Picton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bargo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Berrima Schoolyard Market

Zoos in Bargo

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wirrimbirra Flora & Fauna Sanctuary

Train Stations in Bargo

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bargo

Gas Stations in Bargo

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #11228203022

Airports Near Bargo

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport-Large Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium 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
Gingkin Airfield-Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield-Small Airport
Katoomba Airport-Small Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) Airstrip-Small Airport
Mittagong Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip-Small Airport
Southern tablelands gliding club-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 Bargo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bargo Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bargo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bargo Baptist Church
Saint Paul's Anglican Church
Saint Paul's Anglican Church

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Bargo.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Bargo

What is the population of Bargo?

Bargo has a population of 4,335 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,236.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Bargo expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,080, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bargo?

Bargo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Bargo?

Bargo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $482. There are 412 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bargo?

The median home value in Bargo is $231,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,155. The homeownership rate is 81.9%.

Nearby Cities

Compare Bargo with another city: