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Batemans Bay, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Batemans Bay is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 17,519. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
17,519 Population 11/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$18,218 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$18,218 median income, 6.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $803/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population17,519
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$18,218
Per Capita$18,218
Unemployment6.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$160,600
Rent$803
Ownership42.5%
Housing Units7,008

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population17,519
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-35.7066°, 150.1754°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation49.9 inches (1,268 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$18,218
Median Age53.0 years

About Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 17,519. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Batemans Bay has a population of 17,519 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,519
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
1,665.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Batemans Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Batemans Bay is $18,218, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,218 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $350, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,664 business establishments.

Income: Batemans Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,218
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,218
Avg Weekly Wage$350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,664

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Batemans Bay is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 42.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,008 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership42.5%
Owner-Occupied42.5%
Renter-Occupied57.5%
Housing Units7,008

Property Tax

Climate in Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 887 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 17.1° / 25.9° 70.2
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 17° / 25.6° 109.3
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 15.6° / 24.1° 85.6
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 57.2
May 14.8°C / 59°F 10° / 19.6° 65.3
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 8° / 17.2° 77.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.7° 39.3
Aug 12.7°C / 55°F 7.2° / 18.2° 64.1
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 9.3° / 20° 61.2
Oct 16.4°C / 62°F 11.3° / 21.4° 82.2
Nov 18.2°C / 65°F 13.5° / 23° 93.8
Dec 20°C / 68°F 15.4° / 24.7° 80.9
Batemans Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1,665.9 sq mi (4,314.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-35.7066°N, 150.1754°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 136 km
Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 118 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 129 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 149 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 131 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 137 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 127 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 143 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 127 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 133 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 145 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
February 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in

Batemans Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 48°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Batemans Bay

Institution Type Founded Website
Australian National University Kioloa Coastal Campus University — —
TAFE Illawarra Institute Moruya Campus College — —

Radio Stations near Batemans Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Batemans Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moruya District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Batemans Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Batemans Bay Community Library0.0
Moruya Library And Visitor Centre0.0

Hotels in Batemans Bay

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baywaters Holiday Resort
Corymbia Batemans Bay
Esplanade Hotel
Garners Hotel
Quay Side

Restaurants in Batemans Bay

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Briars Restaurant
Eat at Siam
Esplanade Hotel
Golden Lake
Golden Lake
Innes Boatshed
Kohlis Waterfront Indian Restaurant
On The Pier
Samphire
Sams Pizza
Sawatdee Thai
Starfish Deli
The Oyster Shed
Waters Edge Restaurant

Cafes in Batemans Bay

11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ambers Cafe
Batemans Bay Bakehouse
Bay Blue Cafe
Cafe & Bar
escape place
JJ's at the Marina
Kitchen on the Bay
Openface Drink Coffee
Se7en Cafe in the Centre
The Coffee Club
The Little Wren

Cinemas in Batemans Bay

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemark

Dentists in Batemans Bay

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #434311811

Veterinaries in Batemans Bay

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Batemans Bay Veterinary Surgery - Dr Paula Roberts
Batemans Bay Veterinary Surgery - Dr Paula Roberts

Gas Stations in Batemans Bay

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #434874486
EG Australia

Banks in Batemans Bay

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo Bank
Commonwealth Bank
IMB
NAB
St.George

Shopping Malls in Batemans Bay

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bay Central
Village Centre

Gyms in Batemans Bay

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Anytime Fitness
One Life

Breweries in Batemans Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broule Brewhouse

Airports Near Batemans Bay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Braidwood Airport—Small Airport
Currandooley Airport—Small Airport
Jervis Bay Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Batemans Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Batemans Bay

What is the population of Batemans Bay?

Batemans Bay has a population of 17,519 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Batemans Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,218, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Batemans Bay?

Batemans Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.

How is the job market in Batemans Bay?

The unemployment rate in Batemans Bay is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $350. There are 1,664 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Batemans Bay?

The median home value in Batemans Bay is $160,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $803. The homeownership rate is 42.5%.

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