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Cowra, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Cowra is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 9,996. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,996 Population 7/sq mi density
991 ft Elevation 302 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,855 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$20,855 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,996
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density7/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,855
Per Capita$20,855
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Ownership70.7%
Housing Units3,998

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Population9,996
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Coordinates-33.8355°, 148.6966°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (666 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,855
Median Age46.0 years

About Cowra

Cowra is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 9,996. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Cowra has a population of 9,996 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,401.9 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,996
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
1,401.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cowra vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cowra is $20,855, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,855 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $401, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 950 business establishments.

Income: Cowra vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,855
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,855
Avg Weekly Wage$401

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)950

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cowra is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,998 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units3,998

Property Tax

Climate in Cowra

Cowra 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
Cowra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area1,401.9 sq mi (3,630.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8355°N, 148.6966°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 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 41 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 137 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 144 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 42 km
Aug 21, 1994 16 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.8 68 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 41 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 44 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 139 km
Mar 18, 2008 32 km NE of Peak Hill, Australia M3.7 148 km
Aug 19, 1994 21 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.5 69 km
Aug 19, 1994 29 km NW of Grenfell, Australia M3.4 68 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 116 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 23 km
Aug 19, 1994 23 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 63 km
Aug 21, 1994 25 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 66 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 116 km
Sep 18, 1994 15 km N of Grenfell, Australia M3.2 51 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 144 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 63 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
March 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
November 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
December 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in

Cowra has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 46°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and March the driest (1.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Cowra

Institution Type Founded Website
Cowra College

Schools in Cowra

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cowra High School
Holmwood Public School
Cowra Primary School
Mulyan Primary School
Holman Place Public School
St Raphael's Catholic School
OneSchool Global NSW Cowra
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Radio Stations near Cowra

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cowra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cowra Fun Museum

Libraries in Cowra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cowra Library0.0

Restaurants in Cowra

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thai 44

Cafes in Cowra

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gingerbird Espresso
Rose Garden Coffee House

Dentists in Cowra

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowra Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Cowra

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowra Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in Cowra

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowra

Gas Stations in Cowra

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
BP
EG Ampol
United

Banks in Cowra

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
St.George
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Cowra

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowra Plaza

Gyms in Cowra

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Progym

Golf Courses in Cowra

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cowra Golf Club

Airports Near Cowra

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cowra AirportCWTMedium 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
Harden AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cowra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cowra Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cowra

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cowra Baptist Church
Ignite Church Cowra
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St Johns
St Raphael's
The Salvation Army Cowra
Uniting Church

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Cowra

What is the population of Cowra?

Cowra has a population of 9,996 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,401.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cowra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,855, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cowra?

Cowra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.

How is the job market in Cowra?

The unemployment rate in Cowra is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $401. There are 950 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cowra?

The median home value in Cowra is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.

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