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Barooga, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Barooga is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,811. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,811 Population 57/sq mi density
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
22.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,302 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$24,302 median income, 2.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Barooga

Barooga

Barooga is a border town in the Murray region of New South Wales, Australia, located in the Berrigan Shire local government area. It is situated just north of the Murray River, which forms the border with Victoria. Barooga's population at the 2021 census was 1,888.

People

Population1,811
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density57/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,302
Per Capita$24,302
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership78.0%
Housing Units724

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Population1,811
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates-35.9060°, 145.6959°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation22.9 inches (581 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,302
Median Age46.0 years

About Barooga

Barooga is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,811. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Barooga has a population of 1,811 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,811
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
32.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Barooga vs Australia Average

The median household income in Barooga is $24,302, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,302 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $467, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 172 business establishments.

Income: Barooga vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,302
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,302
Avg Weekly Wage$467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)172

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Barooga is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 78.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 724 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.0%
Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units724

Property Tax

Climate in Barooga

Barooga has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 437 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 16.5° / 32° 31.4
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 16.3° / 31.4° 36.1
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.7° 31.0
Apr 15.9°C / 61°F 9.4° / 22.4° 31.0
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.4° / 18.1° 32.0
Jun 9.6°C / 49°F 4.5° / 14.8° 40.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 3.8° / 13.9° 40.2
Aug 9.7°C / 49°F 3.9° / 15.5° 36.6
Sep 12.4°C / 54°F 6° / 18.7° 41.5
Oct 16°C / 61°F 8.9° / 23.1° 36.0
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 12.2° / 26.7° 42.7
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 14.5° / 29.8° 37.7
Barooga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 22.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Area32.0 sq mi (83.0 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates-35.9060°N, 145.6959°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.9"
40% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.93"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.2 on Jun 22, 2013.

May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 108 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 143 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 106 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 61 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 100 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 108 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 81 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 96 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 114 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 129 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
February 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
July 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in

Barooga has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 44°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Barooga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Barooga Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Barooga

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Barooga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berrigan Heritage Museum
Katamatite Historical Society Museum
Tocumwal Aviation Museum‎

Libraries in Barooga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barooga Library0.0
Berrigan Library0.0
Tocumwal Library0.0

Hotels in Barooga

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bridges Villas

Cafes in Barooga

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barooga Food & Fuel
Sweet Ness Cafe

Gas Stations in Barooga

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barooga Food & Fuel

Gyms in Barooga

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #9427976591

Golf Courses in Barooga

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cobram-Barooga Golf Club

Airports Near Barooga

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Deniliquin AirportDNQMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Baddaginnie (Earlston) Airport-Small Airport
Berrigan Airstrip-Small Airport
Conargo Airport-Small Airport
Finley AirportFLYSmall Airport
Jerilderie Airport-Small Airport
Kyabram Airport-Small Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) Airport-Small Airport
St James Private airfield-Small Airport
Tocumwal AirportTCWSmall Airport
Urana Aerodrome-Small Airport
Violet Town Airfield-Small Airport
Yarrawonga Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Barooga

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Barooga Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barooga

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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 Barooga

What is the population of Barooga?

Barooga has a population of 1,811 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Barooga expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,302, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Barooga?

Barooga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches.

How is the job market in Barooga?

The job market in Barooga is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $467. There are 172 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Barooga?

The median home value in Barooga is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 78.0%.

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