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Coonamble, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Coonamble is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,747. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,747 Population 1/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
20.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,666 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,666 median income, 7.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$107,000 home value, $535/mo rent

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About Coonamble

Coonamble

Coonamble is a town on the central-western plains of New South Wales, Australia. It lies on the Castlereagh Highway 95 km north-west of Gilgandra and 115 km south-east of Walgett. At the 2016 census, Coonamble had a population of 2,750. It is the regional hub for wheat growing and sheep and wool. The name for the town is taken from the Gamilaraay word guna (faeces) and -bil.

People

Population2,747
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,666
Per Capita$21,666
Unemployment7.7%

Housing

B+
Home Value$107,000
Rent$535
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units1,099

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Population2,747
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates-30.9539°, 148.3888°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation20.9 inches (532 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,666
Median Age38.0 years

About Coonamble

Coonamble is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,747. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Coonamble has a population of 2,747 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,330.7 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,747
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
2,330.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Coonamble vs Australia Average

The median household income in Coonamble is $21,666, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,666 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $417, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 261 business establishments.

Income: Coonamble vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,666
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,666
Avg Weekly Wage$417

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)261

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Coonamble is $107,000, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $535 (54% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,099 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,000
62% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$535
54% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units1,099

Property Tax

Climate in Coonamble

Coonamble has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 534 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 20.2° / 34.3° 52.8
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 19.6° / 33.6° 54.4
Mar 23.6°C / 74°F 16.3° / 30.8° 33.6
Apr 19.4°C / 67°F 12° / 26.8° 33.9
May 15°C / 59°F 8° / 22.1° 39.6
Jun 12.1°C / 54°F 6° / 18.2° 38.9
Jul 10.6°C / 51°F 4° / 17.2° 39.8
Aug 12.2°C / 54°F 4.8° / 19.7° 26.2
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 8.2° / 22.7° 35.0
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 12° / 27.6° 45.5
Nov 23°C / 73°F 15.7° / 30.3° 61.2
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.6° 72.6
Coonamble enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area2,330.7 sq mi (6,036.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-30.9539°N, 148.3888°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.9"
45% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on May 23, 2025.

May 23, 2025 86 km NNE of Nyngan, Australia M4.8 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (26°C) 1.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
December 78°F (25°C) 1.9 in

Coonamble has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 51°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Coonamble

Institution Type Founded Website
Coonamble TAFE College - Visit →

Schools in Coonamble

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coonamble High School - - - -
St Brigid's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Coonamble Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Coonamble

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Coonamble

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coonamble Historical Museum

Libraries in Coonamble

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Coonamble Library0.0
Coonamble Public School Library0.0

Hotels in Coonamble

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terminus Hotel

Restaurants in Coonamble

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Global Village
Tong Fong

Cafes in Coonamble

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Global Village
Gumnut Cafe

Gas Stations in Coonamble

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coonamble Fuel Centre
Woodham Petroleum Services 24Hr

Banks in Coonamble

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Golf Courses in Coonamble

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coonamble Golf Course

Airports Near Coonamble

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coonamble AirportCNBMedium Airport
Baradine Airport-Small Airport
Carinda Airport-Small Airport
Eulalia Airport-Small Airport
Gilgandra Airport-Small Airport
Glencoe Airport-Small Airport
Haddon Rig Airport-Small Airport
Marthaguy airstrip private-Small Airport
Oxley Station Airport-Small Airport
Pilliga Airport-Small Airport
Quambone Royona Airport-Small Airport
Tooraweenah Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Coonamble

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Coonamble LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Coonamble

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St Barnabas

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 Coonamble

What is the population of Coonamble?

Coonamble has a population of 2,747 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,330.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Coonamble expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,666, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $107,000 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $535 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coonamble?

Coonamble enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches.

How is the job market in Coonamble?

The unemployment rate in Coonamble is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $417. There are 261 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coonamble?

The median home value in Coonamble is $107,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $535. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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