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Blair Athol, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Blair Athol is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,625. Elevation: 922 ft (281 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
2,625 Population 1/sq mi density
922 ft Elevation 281 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,344 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$27,344 median income, 6.5% unemployment
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Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$264,800 home value, $1,324/mo rent

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About Blair Athol

Blair Athol

Blair Athol is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Blair Athol is located 57 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of the City of Campbelltown and is part of the Macarthur region.

People

Population2,625
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,344
Per Capita$27,344
Unemployment6.5%

Housing

F
Home Value$264,800
Rent$1,324
Ownership80.1%
Housing Units1,050

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Population2,625
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Coordinates-30.6500°, 150.2000°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,344
Median Age37.0 years

About Blair Athol

Blair Athol is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,625. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet (281 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Blair Athol has a population of 2,625 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,240.1 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,625
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
2,240.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Blair Athol vs Australia Average

The median household income in Blair Athol is $27,344, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,344 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $526, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 249 business establishments.

Income: Blair Athol vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,344
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,344
Avg Weekly Wage$526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)249

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Blair Athol is $264,800, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above the national average of $1,163). 80.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,050 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,800
6% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.1%
Owner-Occupied80.1%
Renter-Occupied19.9%
Housing Units1,050

Property Tax

Blair Athol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Area2,240.1 sq mi (5,801.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-30.6500°N, 150.2000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.25"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 8, 2012.

Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 22 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
July 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in

Blair Athol has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (1.4").

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Museums in Blair Athol

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boggabri Agricultural Heritage Centre
Boggabri And Districts Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Blair Athol

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boggabri Central Northern Branch Library0.0

Airports Near Blair Athol

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gunnedah AirportGUHMedium Airport
Narrabri AirportNAAMedium Airport
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Attunga Private airstrpSmall Airport
Barraba AirportSmall Airport
Boggabri AirportSmall Airport
Dunmore Manila AirportSmall Airport
Goonoo Goonoo AirportSmall Airport
Gunnedah Airfield SES OnlySmall Airport
Lake Keepit AirportSmall Airport
Lambrook AirportSmall Airport
Manilla ParaglidingSmall Airport
Mullaley AirportSmall Airport
Tambar Springs AirportSmall Airport
the airstripSmall Airport
Togo Station AirportSmall Airport
Upper Horton Wyl AirportSmall Airport
WeeWaa 2nd AirstripSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Blair Athol

What is the population of Blair Athol?

Blair Athol has a population of 2,625 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,240.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Blair Athol expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,344, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,800 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Blair Athol?

Blair Athol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.

How is the job market in Blair Athol?

The unemployment rate in Blair Athol is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $526. There are 249 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Blair Athol?

The median home value in Blair Athol is $264,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,324. The homeownership rate is 80.1%.

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