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Budgewoi, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Budgewoi is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,303. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

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C Fair
3,303 Population 4/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,409 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$22,409 median income, 6.7% unemployment
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Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Budgewoi

Budgewoi

Budgewoi is a coastal town that is located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Budgewoi is situated on two peninsulas that is split by the Budgewoi Lake. The town is located about 114 km northeast of Sydney. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.

People

Population3,303
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,409
Per Capita$22,409
Unemployment6.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership69.8%
Housing Units1,321

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population3,303
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-33.2339°, 151.5541°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,409
Median Age44.0 years

About Budgewoi

Budgewoi is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,303. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Budgewoi has a population of 3,303 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,303
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
901.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Budgewoi vs Australia Average

The median household income in Budgewoi is $22,409, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,409 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $431, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 314 business establishments.

Income: Budgewoi vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,409
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,409
Avg Weekly Wage$431

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)314

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Budgewoi is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 69.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,321 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.8%
Owner-Occupied69.8%
Renter-Occupied30.2%
Housing Units1,321

Property Tax

Climate in Budgewoi

Budgewoi has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Budgewoi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area901.8 sq mi (2,335.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-33.2339°N, 151.5541°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.67"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 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 43 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 76 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 123 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 126 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 127 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 120 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 136 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 120 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 124 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 135 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 94 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 36 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 124 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 92 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 140 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 118 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 110 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 114 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
April 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in Driest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Budgewoi has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (2.5").

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Radio Stations near Budgewoi

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Budgewoi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
RSL Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Budgewoi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Gwandalan Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Redhead Library0.0
Swansea Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Windale Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Budgewoi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
Toukley Lions Markets

Cafes in Budgewoi

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe One Fifty Four
Daly Coffee Den
Ocean St Bowl & Smoothie Bar
Ocean Street Bowl & Smoothie Bar

Golf Courses in Budgewoi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Toukley Golf Course

Breweries in Budgewoi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Budgewoi

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Airports Near Budgewoi

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall 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
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Budgewoi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Budgewoi Post Office

Treatment Centers in Budgewoi

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

Explore Near Budgewoi

Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Budgewoi

What is the population of Budgewoi?

Budgewoi has a population of 3,303 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Budgewoi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,409, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Budgewoi?

Budgewoi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Budgewoi?

The unemployment rate in Budgewoi is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $431. There are 314 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Budgewoi?

The median home value in Budgewoi is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 69.8%.

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