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Coolamon, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Coolamon is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,131. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,131 Population 1/sq mi density
810 ft Elevation 247 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$25,215 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,215 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$152,000 home value, $760/mo rent

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About Coolamon

Coolamon

Coolamon is a town in the Riverina region of south-west New South Wales, Australia. Coolamon is 40 kilometres (25 mi) north-west of Wagga Wagga and 506 kilometres (314 mi) south-west of Sydney via the Hume and Sturt Highways. The town is situated on the railway line between Junee and Narrandera. Coolamon had a population of 2,275 at the 2021 census and is 290 metres (950 ft) above sea level. It is the administrative and service centre for the local government area which bears its name—Coolamon Shire.

People

Population2,131
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,215
Per Capita$25,215
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$152,000
Rent$760
Ownership82.0%
Housing Units852

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Population2,131
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Coordinates-34.8164°, 147.1958°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,215
Median Age42.0 years

About Coolamon

Coolamon is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,131. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet (247 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Coolamon has a population of 2,131 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,131
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
2,213.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Coolamon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Coolamon is $25,215, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,215 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $485, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 202 business establishments.

Income: Coolamon vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,215
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,215
Avg Weekly Wage$485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)202

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Coolamon is $152,000, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 82.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 852 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,000
46% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.0%
Owner-Occupied82.0%
Renter-Occupied18.0%
Housing Units852

Property Tax

Coolamon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area2,213.6 sq mi (5,733.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.8164°N, 147.1958°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 28, 2013.

Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 58 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 39 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 97 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 48 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 145 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 144 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 108 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 136 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 124 km
Aug 19, 1994 29 km NW of Grenfell, Australia M3.4 146 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 65 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 127 km
Sep 18, 1994 15 km N of Grenfell, Australia M3.2 147 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 136 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 105 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 127 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 114 km
Feb 27, 2002 10 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.0 137 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 111 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in Wettest
November 65°F (19°C) 1.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in

Coolamon has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 46°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Coolamon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coolamon Central School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Coolamon

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Coolamon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coolamon Fire Museum
Coolamon RSL Hall
Historical Society Museum Complex
The Up-to-Date Store Museum

Libraries in Coolamon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Coolamon Library0.0
William Merrylees Library0.0

Train Stations in Coolamon

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coolamon Station

Gas Stations in Coolamon

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coolamon Motors
Mobil

Golf Courses in Coolamon

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coolamon Golf Course

Airports Near Coolamon

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Temora AirportTEMMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Ardlethan Airport-Small Airport
Bullawa Airstrip-Small Airport
Deltroit Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Federation Hsd Airport-Small Airport
Henty Airport-Small Airport
HentyField Days Site Airport-Small Airport
Leeton Airport-Small Airport
Lockhart Airstrip-Small Airport
Oura Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Rose Vale Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Coolamon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Coolamon Post Office

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Coolamon

What is the population of Coolamon?

Coolamon has a population of 2,131 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Coolamon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,215, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 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 Coolamon?

Coolamon 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 46°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches.

How is the job market in Coolamon?

Coolamon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $485. There are 202 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coolamon?

The median home value in Coolamon is $152,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760. The homeownership rate is 82.0%.

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