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Bowenfels, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Bowenfels is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,062. Elevation: 3,002 ft (915 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,062 Population 1/sq mi density
3,002 ft Elevation 915 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$16,799 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,799 median income, 10.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $521/mo rent

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About Bowenfels

Bowenfels

Bowenfels is a small town on the western outskirts of Lithgow, New South Wales, Australia.

People

Population2,062
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,799
Per Capita$16,799
Unemployment10.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$104,200
Rent$521
Ownership53.3%
Housing Units825

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)
Population2,062
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)
Coordinates-33.4834°, 150.1344°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$16,799
Median Age41.0 years

About Bowenfels

Bowenfels is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,062. The city sits at an elevation of 3,002 feet (915 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Bowenfels has a population of 2,062 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,062
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
1,987.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bowenfels vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bowenfels is $16,799, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,799 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $323, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 196 business establishments.

Income: Bowenfels vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,799
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,799
Avg Weekly Wage$323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)196

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bowenfels is $104,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $521 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 53.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 825 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$521
55% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.3%
Owner-Occupied53.3%
Renter-Occupied46.7%
Housing Units825

Property Tax

Climate in Bowenfels

Bowenfels has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1030 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 13.9° / 25.2° 120.9
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 13.3° / 23.2° 166.0
Mar 16°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.5° 141.4
Apr 13.4°C / 56°F 9.1° / 17.6° 63.4
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6.1° / 13.4° 52.6
Jun 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.1° 85.9
Jul 6.2°C / 43°F 2.7° / 9.6° 46.3
Aug 7.2°C / 45°F 3° / 11.4° 41.4
Sep 10.1°C / 50°F 5.4° / 14.8° 55.3
Oct 13°C / 55°F 7.9° / 18.2° 76.6
Nov 15.3°C / 60°F 9.9° / 20.7° 93.7
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 11.8° / 22.9° 86.0
Bowenfels experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,002 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,002 ft (915 m)
Area1,987.2 sq mi (5,146.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4834°N, 150.1344°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 117 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 122 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 138 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 141 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 139 km
Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 109 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 140 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 104 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 91 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 75 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 51 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 143 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 143 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 102 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 90 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 118 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 70 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 89 km
Mar 17, 2002 4 km WNW of Cowra, Australia M2.9 142 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (6°C) 2.3 in
August 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in

Bowenfels has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Bowenfels

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cooerwull Public School
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Radio Stations near Bowenfels

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pulse 89.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Blue Mountains MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bowenfels

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eskbank House
Lithgow Mine State Heritage Park
Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum
Mount Victoria Historical Society Museum
Tarella Cottage
Treasured Teapot Museum
Turkish Bath Museum

Libraries in Bowenfels

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blackheath Library0.0
Katoomba Library0.0
Lithgow Library0.0
Portland Library0.0
Rydal Library0.0
Wallerawang Library0.0
Wentworth Falls Library0.0

Cafes in Bowenfels

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heritage Cafe

Gas Stations in Bowenfels

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #9446172594
Mid Town Fuels
Mobil

Airports Near Bowenfels

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
airlie private stripSmall Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.1Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.2Small Airport
Gingkin AirfieldSmall Airport
Katoomba AirportSmall Airport
Limekilns airfieldSmall Airport
Pipers AirfieldSmall Airport
Rylstone AerodromeSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Tadji Park AirstripSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bowenfels

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bowenfels Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bowenfels

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Rehabilitation Unit
Woodlands Clinic (Drug and Alcohol)

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bowenfels

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Assemblies of God
Lithgow Baptist Church

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UFO Sightings
2
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 Bowenfels

What is the population of Bowenfels?

Bowenfels has a population of 2,062 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Bowenfels expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,799, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,200 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bowenfels?

Bowenfels has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.

How is the job market in Bowenfels?

The job market in Bowenfels faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $323. There are 196 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bowenfels?

The median home value in Bowenfels is $104,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $521. The homeownership rate is 53.3%.

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