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Caniaba, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Caniaba is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 666. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
666 Population 1/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
54.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,589 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,589 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population666
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,589
Per Capita$30,589
Unemployment1.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership93.7%
Housing Units266

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population666
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates-28.8302°, 153.2036°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation54.7 inches (1,390 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,589
Median Age41.0 years

About Caniaba

Caniaba is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 666. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Caniaba has a population of 666 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 570.0 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

666
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
570.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Caniaba vs Australia Average

The median household income in Caniaba is $30,589, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,589 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $588, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Caniaba vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,589
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,589
Avg Weekly Wage$588

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Caniaba is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 93.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 266 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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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

Homeownership93.7%
Owner-Occupied93.7%
Renter-Occupied6.3%
Housing Units266

Property Tax

Climate in Caniaba

Caniaba has an average annual temperature of 19.5°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 18.6° / 30.4° 129.5
Feb 24.3°C / 76°F 18.8° / 29.8° 141.5
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 17.2° / 28.1° 190.1
Apr 20.2°C / 68°F 14.2° / 26.1° 104.3
May 16.7°C / 62°F 10° / 23.4° 68.7
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.4° / 20.7° 118.6
Jul 13.6°C / 56°F 6.3° / 20.8° 36.8
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 6.7° / 22.9° 108.4
Sep 17.6°C / 64°F 9.6° / 25.6° 103.5
Oct 20°C / 68°F 12.9° / 27.2° 96.2
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 15.3° / 28.9° 92.4
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29.3° 155.0
Caniaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area570.0 sq mi (1,476.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8302°N, 153.2036°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.7"
44% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.87"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
November 71°F (21°C) 4.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in

Caniaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 56°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.9") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Caniaba

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Caniaba Public School
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Radio Stations near Caniaba

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
River 94.9 AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Newsradio AAC+ 56 kbps
Smooth FM 95.3 commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Smooth-Relax relax, smooth AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC North Coast AAC 94 kbps
2NCR - River FM AAC 88 kbps
Rim FM 100.1 community MP3 64 kbps
NimFM alternative, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Caniaba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casino Historical Museum
Crawford House
Crawford House Museum
Former North Casino Railway Station Museum
Kyogle Museum
Northern Rivers Miltary Museum
Northern Rivers Miltary Museum
Richmond River Historical Society
Richmond River Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Caniaba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alstonville Library0.0
Casino Library0.0
Coraki Library0.0
Goonellabah Library0.0
Kyogle Library0.0
Lismore Library0.0
Richmond Tweed Regional Library0.0
School of Arts Library0.0
SCU Learning Centre0.0

Airports Near Caniaba

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Baryulgil AirstripSmall Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba AirportSmall Airport
Tyagarah AirportSmall Airport

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 Caniaba

What is the population of Caniaba?

Caniaba has a population of 666 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 570.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Caniaba expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,589, 59% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Caniaba?

Caniaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches.

How is the job market in Caniaba?

The job market in Caniaba is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $588. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Caniaba?

The median home value in Caniaba is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 93.7%.

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