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Bermagui, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Bermagui is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,539. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,539 Population 1/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,348 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$20,348 median income, 3.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $873/mo rent

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About Bermagui

Bermagui

Bermagui is a town on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia, in the Bega Valley Shire. It lies on the shores of the southern end of Horseshoe Bay. The name is derived from the Dyirringanj word, permageua, possibly meaning "canoe with paddles".

People

Population1,539
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,348
Per Capita$20,348
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$174,600
Rent$873
Ownership76.0%
Housing Units616

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population1,539
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-36.4190°, 150.0636°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,348
Median Age58.0 years

About Bermagui

Bermagui is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,539. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Bermagui has a population of 1,539 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,539
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bermagui vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bermagui is $20,348, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,348 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $391, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 146 business establishments.

Income: Bermagui vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,348
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,348
Avg Weekly Wage$391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)146

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bermagui is $174,600, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below the national average of $1,163). 76.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 616 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.0%
Owner-Occupied76.0%
Renter-Occupied24.0%
Housing Units616

Property Tax

Climate in Bermagui

Bermagui has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.8°C), the coldest is Jul (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 837 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.7°C / 69°F 18° / 23.4° 88.4
Feb 20.8°C / 69°F 18.4° / 23.3° 99.9
Mar 19.9°C / 68°F 17.4° / 22.4° 82.1
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 15.6° / 20.8° 76.2
May 16°C / 61°F 13.4° / 18.5° 63.1
Jun 14°C / 57°F 11.5° / 16.4° 81.0
Jul 13.2°C / 56°F 10.4° / 16° 54.8
Aug 13.5°C / 56°F 10.6° / 16.4° 34.0
Sep 15°C / 59°F 11.9° / 18.1° 45.6
Oct 16.3°C / 61°F 13.3° / 19.3° 66.3
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 14.8° / 20.4° 70.0
Dec 19.3°C / 67°F 16.8° / 21.8° 75.8
Bermagui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4190°N, 150.0636°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"
13% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 67 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 103 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 88 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 150 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 108 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 140 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in

Bermagui has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Bermagui

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Bermagui

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Montreal Goldfields

Libraries in Bermagui

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bermagui Branch Library0.0
Narooma Library0.0

Hotels in Bermagui

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bermagui Beach Hotel

Restaurants in Bermagui

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bermi's Beachside
Elsewhere

Cafes in Bermagui

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boneless
Eastwoods
Octopii
River Rock Cafe

Gas Stations in Bermagui

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #2080760780
AU #817732678
BP

Golf Courses in Bermagui

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bermagui Country Club

Airports Near Bermagui

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
frogs hollows airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bermagui

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bermagui Local Post
Bermagui Local Post
Bermagui LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bermagui

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Parish of Bermagui

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 Bermagui

What is the population of Bermagui?

Bermagui has a population of 1,539 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bermagui expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,348, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,600 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bermagui?

Bermagui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.

How is the job market in Bermagui?

Bermagui has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $391. There are 146 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bermagui?

The median home value in Bermagui is $174,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $873. The homeownership rate is 76.0%.

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