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Canowindra, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Canowindra is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,260. Elevation: 997 ft (304 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,260 Population 2/sq mi density
997 ft Elevation 304 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
24.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,584 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$20,584 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Canowindra

Canowindra

Canowindra is a historic township and the largest population centre in Cabonne Shire, situated on the Belubula River. The town is located between Orange and Cowra in the central west of New South Wales, Australia. The curving main street, Gaskill Street, is partly an urban conservation area.

People

Population2,260
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,584
Per Capita$20,584
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership77.0%
Housing Units904

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Population2,260
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Coordinates-33.5625°, 148.6643°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (633 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,584
Median Age48.0 years

About Canowindra

Canowindra is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,260. The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet (304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Canowindra has a population of 2,260 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,401.9 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,260
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
1,401.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Canowindra vs Australia Average

The median household income in Canowindra is $20,584, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,584 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $396, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 215 business establishments.

Income: Canowindra vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,584
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,584
Avg Weekly Wage$396

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)215

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Canowindra is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 904 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.0%
Owner-Occupied77.0%
Renter-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units904

Property Tax

Climate in Canowindra

Canowindra has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.1°C), the coldest is Jul (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 605 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 17.5° / 32.7° 45.5
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 17° / 30.7° 64.6
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 13.7° / 28° 38.2
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 10° / 23.3° 27.1
May 13°C / 55°F 7.3° / 18.7° 35.4
Jun 9.8°C / 50°F 5.1° / 14.6° 53.9
Jul 9°C / 48°F 4.2° / 13.8° 57.2
Aug 9.9°C / 50°F 4.7° / 15.1° 44.4
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 60.8
Oct 16.2°C / 61°F 9.3° / 23° 56.5
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 12.3° / 26.4° 58.5
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 14.9° / 29.8° 63.2
Canowindra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area1,401.9 sq mi (3,630.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-33.5625°N, 148.6643°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.9"
34% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.72"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 13, 2017.

Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 27 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 148 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 50 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 50 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 74 km
Aug 21, 1994 16 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.8 48 km
Mar 18, 2008 32 km NE of Peak Hill, Australia M3.7 118 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 140 km
Aug 19, 1994 21 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.5 46 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 137 km
Aug 19, 1994 29 km NW of Grenfell, Australia M3.4 64 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 54 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 145 km
Aug 19, 1994 23 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 41 km
Aug 21, 1994 25 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 43 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 138 km
Sep 18, 1994 15 km N of Grenfell, Australia M3.2 52 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 93 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 146 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in Driest
July 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in

Canowindra has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 47°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Canowindra

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Canowindra High School
St Edwards Catholic Primary School
Canowindra Public School
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Radio Stations near Canowindra

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Canowindra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canowindra Historical Society Museum
The Age Of Fishes Museum

Libraries in Canowindra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Canowindra Library0.0

Restaurants in Canowindra

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Old Vic Inn

Cafes in Canowindra

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delice Coffee
Garden of Roses Cafe

Golf Courses in Canowindra

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canowindra Golf course

Airports Near Canowindra

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cowra AirportCWTMedium Airport
Forbes AirportFRBMedium Airport
Orange AirportOAGMedium Airport
Parkes AirportPKEMedium Airport
Young AirportNGAMedium Airport
Bendick Murrell AirstripSmall Airport
BindaSmall Airport
Canowindra AirportSmall Airport
Coombing Park AirportSmall Airport
Cudal AirportCUGSmall Airport
Grenfell AirportGFESmall Airport
Parkes private stripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Canowindra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canowindra Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Canowindra

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lachlan Valley Mennonite Church
Peace Memorial Uniting Church

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 Canowindra

What is the population of Canowindra?

Canowindra has a population of 2,260 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,401.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Canowindra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,584, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Canowindra?

Canowindra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches.

How is the job market in Canowindra?

Canowindra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $396. There are 215 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Canowindra?

The median home value in Canowindra is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 77.0%.

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