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Cooks Gap, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Cooks Gap is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 516. Elevation: 1,936 ft (590 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 516 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,936 ft (590 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.3557°, 149.7117° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.0 inches (737 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,362 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Cooks Gap
Cooks Gap is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 516. The city sits at an elevation of 1,936 feet (590 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
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Cooks Gap vs Australia Average
Income: Cooks Gap vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,362 |
| 72% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,362 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $411 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 49 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
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Home Values
| Census Median | $169,000 |
| 40% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $845 |
| 27% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 86.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.7% |
| Housing Units | 206 |
Property Tax
Climate in Cooks Gap
Cooks Gap has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 626 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,936 ft (590 m) |
| Area | 3,392.2 sq mi (8,785.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.3557°N, 149.7117°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in |
Cooks Gap has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 46°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (1.7").
Schools in Cooks Gap
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulan Public School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Cooks Gap
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulgong Holtermann Museum | ||||
| Gulgong Pioneers Museum | ||||
| Henry Lawson Centre | ||||
| Mudgee Museum & Historical Society | ||||
| Robert Stein Motorcycle Museum |
Libraries in Cooks Gap
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulgong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mudgee Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Cooks Gap
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cooks Gap
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Batch Brewery and Hop Farm |
Stadiums & Teams in Cooks Gap
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cooks Gap
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mudgee Airport | DGE | Medium Airport |
| Ardgour Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| bungebah airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Butheroo Station Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cassilis Rotherw Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coolah Airport | CLH | Small Airport |
| Gulgong Aero Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rylstone Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Wellington Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wyaldra Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Cooks Gap?
Cooks Gap has a population of 516 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,392.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Cooks Gap expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,362, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Cooks Gap?
Cooks Gap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.0 inches.
How is the job market in Cooks Gap?
The unemployment rate in Cooks Gap is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $411. There are 49 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Cooks Gap?
The median home value in Cooks Gap is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 86.3%.