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Broke, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Broke is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 564. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
564 Population 0/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,437 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,437 median income, 2.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population564
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,437
Per Capita$24,437
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,028
Ownership85.6%
Housing Units226

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Population564
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates-32.7512°, 151.1045°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,437
Median Age43.0 years

About Broke

Broke is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 564. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Broke has a population of 564 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,852.2 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

564
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
2,852.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Broke vs Australia Average

The median household income in Broke is $24,437, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,437 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $470, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Broke vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,437
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,437
Avg Weekly Wage$470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Broke is $205,600, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 85.6% 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 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.6%
Owner-Occupied85.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units226

Property Tax

Climate in Broke

Broke has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 17.7° / 31.4° 48.2
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 17.1° / 29.7° 111.9
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 15.3° / 27.6° 88.5
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.5° 61.3
May 14.1°C / 57°F 7.2° / 21° 41.1
Jun 12°C / 54°F 6.1° / 17.9° 73.1
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.6° 35.7
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 4.2° / 19.6° 28.9
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 7.4° / 22.8° 36.1
Oct 17.9°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25.6° 51.9
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.5° 80.5
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 15.7° / 29.3° 84.0
Broke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 51°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 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area2,852.2 sq mi (7,387.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-32.7512°N, 151.1045°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 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 26 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 7 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 55 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 57 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 59 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 52 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 145 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 138 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 67 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 108 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 104 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 40 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 50 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 95 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 46 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in

Broke has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 51°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Broke

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Milbrodale Public School
Broke Public School
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Radio Stations near Broke

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Broke

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Army Infantry Museum
Wirraway Aviation Museum
Wollombi Endeavour Museum

Libraries in Broke

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Singleton Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Broke

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wollombi Saleyards

Restaurants in Broke

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Margan Restaurant
Pasquale Restaurant
The Willows Cafe & Restaurant

Gas Stations in Broke

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3559684110
Bulga Servo

Breweries in Broke

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
IronBark Hill Brewing Co

Airports Near Broke

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Denman Farm StripSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Scone AirportNSOSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Broke

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Broke Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Broke

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Broke Catholic

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 Broke

What is the population of Broke?

Broke has a population of 564 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,852.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Broke expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,437, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Broke?

Broke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Broke?

The job market in Broke is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $470. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Broke?

The median home value in Broke is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 85.6%.

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