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Blackbutt, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Blackbutt is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,282. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
3,282 Population 42/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,897 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,897 median income, 4.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Blackbutt

Blackbutt

Blackbutt is a southern suburb of Shellharbour, New South Wales, Australia. The eastern half of the suburb is occupied by the Blackbutt Forest Reserve. The suburb was named after the blackbutt tree, Eucalyptus pilularis.

People

Population3,282
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density42/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,897
Per Capita$23,897
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership70.2%
Housing Units1,313

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population3,282
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-34.5716°, 150.8380°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,897
Median Age43.0 years

About Blackbutt

Blackbutt is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,282. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Blackbutt has a population of 3,282 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,282
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
77.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Blackbutt vs Australia Average

The median household income in Blackbutt is $23,897, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,897 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $460, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 312 business establishments.

Income: Blackbutt vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,897
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,897
Avg Weekly Wage$460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Blackbutt is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 70.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,313 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.2%
Owner-Occupied70.2%
Renter-Occupied29.8%
Housing Units1,313

Property Tax

Climate in Blackbutt

Blackbutt has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 17.2° / 26.9° 70.1
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.4° 136.7
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.3° 107.4
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.3° 65.3
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.7° 57.3
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.1° 77.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6.2° / 17.8° 56.0
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.8° 66.5
Sep 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.3° 44.0
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 74.5
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 13.4° / 24.2° 77.5
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15.4° / 25.7° 66.9
Blackbutt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area77.4 sq mi (200.5 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5716°N, 150.8380°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 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 37 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 47 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 66 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 87 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 48 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 107 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 39 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 68 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 143 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
February 71°F (22°C) 5.5 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in

Blackbutt has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Blackbutt

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nazareth Catholic Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Blackbutt

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
i98FM - MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Blackbutt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Black Diamond Heritage Centre
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Gerringong Heritage Museum
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Light Railway Museum
Science Space
Science Space
Shellharbour City Museum
The Old Court House
The Old Court House
The Pilots Cottage Museum
Tongarra Museum

Libraries in Blackbutt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albion Park library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
Gerringong Library0.0
Kiama Library0.0
Oak Flats Library0.0
Shellharbour Branch Library0.0
Shellharbour City Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Blackbutt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kiama Farmers Market

Restaurants in Blackbutt

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hog's Breath

Cinemas in Blackbutt

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Event Cinemas Shellharbour

Dentists in Blackbutt

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

My Smile Team Shellharbour

Banks in Blackbutt

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ

Shopping Malls in Blackbutt

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stockland Shellharbour

Breweries in Blackbutt

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Resin Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Blackbutt

TeamLeagueDivision
WIN Entertainment Centre
WIN Stadium

Airports Near Blackbutt

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport-Large Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium 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
Holsworthy (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield-Small Airport
Jervis Bay Airport-Small Airport
Mittagong Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip-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 Blackbutt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Blackbutt

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Illawarra Cancer Care Centre
Illawarra Radiology Group
Wollongong Campus Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Blackbutt

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shellharbour City 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blackbutt

What is the population of Blackbutt?

Blackbutt has a population of 3,282 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Blackbutt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,897, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Blackbutt?

Blackbutt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

How is the job market in Blackbutt?

Blackbutt has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $460. There are 312 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Blackbutt?

The median home value in Blackbutt is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 70.2%.

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