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Bemboka, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Bemboka is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 566. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
566 Population 0/sq mi density
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$18,184 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$18,184 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population566
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,184
Per Capita$18,184
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

C
Home Value$138,000
Rent$690
Ownership84.8%
Housing Units226

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Population566
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates-36.6289°, 149.5718°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,184
Median Age50.0 years

About Bemboka

Bemboka is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 566. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Bemboka has a population of 566 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

566
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bemboka vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bemboka is $18,184, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,184 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $350, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Bemboka vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,184
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,184
Avg Weekly Wage$350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bemboka is $138,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below the national average of $1,163). 84.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 226 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,000
51% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.8%
Owner-Occupied84.8%
Renter-Occupied15.2%
Housing Units226

Property Tax

Climate in Bemboka

Bemboka has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 663 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.6°C / 71°F 15.3° / 27.8° 52.1
Feb 21°C / 70°F 15.1° / 26.8° 86.0
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 13° / 25.3° 76.5
Apr 16°C / 61°F 9.5° / 22.6° 36.5
May 12.6°C / 55°F 5.6° / 19.7° 41.3
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 3.5° / 16.9° 68.2
Jul 9.5°C / 49°F 2.1° / 16.8° 49.1
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 3.1° / 18.1° 28.9
Sep 13.4°C / 56°F 6.1° / 20.7° 34.3
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 8.7° / 22.5° 54.9
Nov 17.8°C / 64°F 11.6° / 24.1° 72.5
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 13.5° / 25.5° 62.7
Bemboka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.6289°N, 149.5718°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 26 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 70 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 136 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 129 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 114 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 79 km
Apr 8, 2002 31 km SE of Batlow, Australia M2.8 147 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 101 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 3.1 in
February 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in

Bemboka has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 46°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Bemboka

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bemboka Public School
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Radio Stations near Bemboka

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Bemboka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cathcart Museum

Airports Near Bemboka

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cooma Snowy Mountains AirportOOMMedium Airport
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Bombala AirportSmall Airport
Bunyan AirfieldSmall Airport
Cooma/Polo Flat AirportSmall Airport
Delegate AirportSmall Airport
frogs hollows airfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bemboka

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bemboka Post Office

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 Bemboka

What is the population of Bemboka?

Bemboka has a population of 566 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bemboka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,184, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,000 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bemboka?

Bemboka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Bemboka?

Bemboka has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $350. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bemboka?

The median home value in Bemboka is $138,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $690. The homeownership rate is 84.8%.

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