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Cooranbong, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Cooranbong is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 5,377. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,377 Population 15/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,742 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$24,742 median income, 4.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Cooranbong

Cooranbong is a town in a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia, west of the town of Morisset off the M1 Pacific Motorway. Cooranbong is surrounded by the Watagans National Park.

People

Population5,377
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,742
Per Capita$24,742
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership76.7%
Housing Units2,151

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population5,377
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-33.0762°, 151.4541°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,742
Median Age39.0 years

About Cooranbong

Cooranbong is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 5,377. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Cooranbong has a population of 5,377 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,377
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
351.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cooranbong vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cooranbong is $24,742, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,742 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $476, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 511 business establishments.

Income: Cooranbong vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,742
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,742
Avg Weekly Wage$476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)511

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cooranbong is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 76.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,151 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.7%
Owner-Occupied76.7%
Renter-Occupied23.3%
Housing Units2,151

Property Tax

Climate in Cooranbong

Cooranbong has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Cooranbong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area351.4 sq mi (910.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-33.0762°N, 151.4541°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.47"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 25 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 56 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 103 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 106 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 108 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 101 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 145 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 127 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 128 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 115 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 90 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 55 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 137 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 76 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 146 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 98 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 98 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 94 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
August 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in

Cooranbong has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Cooranbong

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Heritage College
Cooranbong Community School
Avondale School
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Radio Stations near Cooranbong

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cooranbong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Poppethead
Richmond Vale Railway Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wallsend District Hospital
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Cooranbong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Auchmuty Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Cardiff Library0.0
Cessnock City Library0.0
Charlestown Library0.0
Edgeworth Library0.0
Gwandalan Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
Speers Point Library0.0
Student Hub0.0
Sugar Valley Library Museum0.0
Swansea Library0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Wallsend District Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Windale Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cooranbong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Toukley Lions Markets

Cafes in Cooranbong

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Rejuve
Cooranbong Corner Cafe & Bakehouse
Village Cafe
Watagans Takeaway

Dentists in Cooranbong

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Watagan Dental

Veterinaries in Cooranbong

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cooranbong Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Cooranbong

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avondale Auto Centre
Metro Petroleum

Stadiums & Teams in Cooranbong

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Airports Near Cooranbong

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cooranbong

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Cooranbong

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CSCAN Radiology
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cooranbong

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Avondale Memorial Church
College Church
St Patrick and St Brigid

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 Cooranbong

What is the population of Cooranbong?

Cooranbong has a population of 5,377 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Cooranbong expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,742, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cooranbong?

Cooranbong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Cooranbong?

Cooranbong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $476. There are 511 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cooranbong?

The median home value in Cooranbong is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 76.7%.

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