Cowra, Australia

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

9,996 Population 7/sq mi density

991 ft Elevation 302 meters

60°F Avg Temperature 16°C

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$20,855 median income, 5.6% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

Cowra, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,855

72% below

$20,855 per capita

Home Value

$129,600

54% below

Median Rent

$648/mo

44% below

Unemployment

5.6%

56% above

Avg Temperature

60°F

288 sunny days/yr

Is Cowra a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Cowra residents earn a median household income of $20,855 , which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,855. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 950 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Cowra is $129,600 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $648/month.

Climate & Weather

Cowra has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population9,996

Median Age46.0 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born6.9%

Economy

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Median Income$20,855

Per Capita$20,855

Unemployment5.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$401

Housing

Home Value$129,600

Rent$648

Ownership70.7%

Housing Units3,998

Climate

Avg Temp60°F

Sunny Days288/yr

Rain26.2 in/yr

Elevation991 ft