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Crackenback, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Crackenback is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 741. Elevation: 3,645 ft (1,111 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
741 Population 0/sq mi density
3,645 ft Elevation 1,111 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,724 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$30,724 median income, 3.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$415,800 home value, $2,079/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population741
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,724
Per Capita$30,724
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$415,800
Rent$2,079
Ownership81.1%
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Population741
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Coordinates-36.4429°, 148.5001°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (979 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$30,724
Median Age45.0 years

About Crackenback

Crackenback is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 741. The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet (1,111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Crackenback has a population of 741 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,907.3 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

741
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
5,907.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Crackenback vs Australia Average

The median household income in Crackenback is $30,724, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,724 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $591, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Crackenback vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,724
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,724
Avg Weekly Wage$591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Crackenback is $415,800, 47% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $2,079 (79% above the national average of $1,163). 81.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$415,800
47% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,079
79% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.1%
Owner-Occupied81.1%
Renter-Occupied18.9%
Housing Units296

Property Tax

Climate in Crackenback

Crackenback has an average annual temperature of 4.9°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jan (12.6°C), the coldest is Jul (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1340 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.3° 112.4
Feb 11.6°C / 53°F 7° / 16.2° 84.5
Mar 9.2°C / 49°F 4.8° / 13.6° 128.7
Apr 5.6°C / 42°F 1.8° / 9.5° 106.8
May 1.8°C / 35°F -1.3° / 4.9° 113.3
Jun -0.7°C / 31°F -3.3° / 1.8° 106.5
Jul -2.2°C / 28°F -4.6° / 0.3° 69.9
Aug -1.9°C / 29°F -4.6° / 0.7° 92.6
Sep 0.7°C / 33°F -2.4° / 3.8° 118.1
Oct 4.5°C / 40°F 0.5° / 8.5° 142.1
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F 3.3° / 12.3° 146.6
Dec 10°C / 50°F 5.3° / 14.7° 118.9
Crackenback experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 38.5 inches. The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below Australia avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Area5,907.3 sq mi (15,299.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4429°N, 148.5001°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above Australia avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 73 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 135 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 142 km
Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 74 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 43 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 117 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 47 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 27 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 129 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 118 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 134 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 46 km
Apr 8, 2002 31 km SE of Batlow, Australia M2.8 84 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 9 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 26 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
February 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Driest
March 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
June 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
July 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
September 44°F (6°C) 3.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in

Crackenback has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.3").

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Radio Stations near Crackenback

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Crackenback

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Thredbo Alpine Museum

Libraries in Crackenback

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Jindabyne Library0.0

Hotels in Crackenback

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boali Lodge
Crackenback Farm
Currawong Lodge
Kosciusko Chalet
Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa
Perisher Hotel
Sponars Chalet
Stillwell Hotel
The River Inn
Thredbo Alpine Hotel

Restaurants in Crackenback

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cuisine Restaurant & Bar

Cafes in Crackenback

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Larder Cafe
Brunelli's
JJ's Mountain Kiosk
Sundance Bakery
Wildbrumby Schnapps Cafe

Train Stations in Crackenback

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Cow
Bullocks Flat
Perisher Valley

Bus Stations in Crackenback

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Perisher Skitube
Perisher Valley
Smiggins Holes

Shopping Malls in Crackenback

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thredbo Village Square

Gyms in Crackenback

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Health Centre and Indoor Swimming Pool
Yoga at the Shed

Golf Courses in Crackenback

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

9 hole golf course
Lake Crackenback Golf Course
Thredbo Golf Course

Breweries in Crackenback

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jindabyne Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Crackenback

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Thredbo Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Charlotte Pass 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Perisher 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Selwyn Snow Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Crackenback

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cooma Snowy Mountains AirportOOMMedium Airport
Corryong AirportCYGMedium Airport
Adaminaby Airport—Small Airport
Bombala Airport—Small Airport
Bunyan Airfield—Small Airport
Cabramurra Airport—Small Airport
Cooma/Polo Flat Airport—Small Airport
Delegate Airport—Small Airport
Jindabyne Airport—Small Airport
Khancoban Airport—Small Airport
Tumbarumba Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Crackenback

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Perisher Valley Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Crackenback

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Perisher Valley Chapel

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Waterfalls
2
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 Crackenback

What is the population of Crackenback?

Crackenback has a population of 741 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,907.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Crackenback expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,724, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $415,800 (47% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,079 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Crackenback?

Crackenback has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Crackenback?

Crackenback has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $591. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Crackenback?

The median home value in Crackenback is $415,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,079. The homeownership rate is 81.1%.

Nearby Cities

Jindabyne 6,547 pop · 7.0 mi East Jindabyne 1,001 pop · 9.0 mi Kosciuszko National Park 7,891 pop · 12.4 mi Berridale 1,342 pop · 19.0 mi Corryong 1,268 pop · 37.4 mi Cooma 6,555 pop · 37.6 mi Bombala 1,372 pop · 52.1 mi Tumbarumba 1,798 pop · 53.4 mi Batlow 1,267 pop · 66.8 mi Falls Creek 3,288 pop · 73.8 mi Banks 4,869 pop · 75.0 mi Tallangatta 1,043 pop · 75.3 mi Gordon 7,452 pop · 75.6 mi Conder 4,971 pop · 75.9 mi
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