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Curlewis, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Curlewis is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 755. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
755 Population 0/sq mi density
909 ft Elevation 277 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,660 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$23,660 median income, 6.7% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population755
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$23,660
Per Capita$23,660
Unemployment6.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership76.8%
Housing Units302

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Population755
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Coordinates-31.1167°, 150.2675°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (673 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,660
Median Age40.0 years

About Curlewis

Curlewis is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 755. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet (277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Curlewis has a population of 755 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,240.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

755
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
2,240.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Curlewis vs Australia Average

The median household income in Curlewis is $23,660, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $455, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 72 business establishments.

Income: Curlewis vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,660
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,660
Avg Weekly Wage$455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Curlewis is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 76.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 302 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.8%
Owner-Occupied76.8%
Renter-Occupied23.2%
Housing Units302

Property Tax

Climate in Curlewis

Curlewis has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 618 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 19.8° / 32.9° 66.3
Feb 25.5°C / 78°F 19.2° / 31.8° 61.4
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 16.8° / 29.6° 47.3
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 12.9° / 25.5° 30.6
May 15°C / 59°F 9° / 21° 35.7
Jun 12°C / 54°F 6.6° / 17.4° 45.4
Jul 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.8° 42.0
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 6° / 18.9° 31.5
Sep 15.9°C / 61°F 9.3° / 22.5° 47.7
Oct 19.4°C / 67°F 12.6° / 26.2° 50.2
Nov 22.4°C / 72°F 15.8° / 29° 75.4
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 17.8° / 31.1° 84.9
Curlewis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 50°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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area2,240.1 sq mi (5,801.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-31.1167°N, 150.2675°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.13"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 1, 2025.

Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 146 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 142 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 142 km
Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 43 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 42 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 147 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 134 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 148 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.7 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
June 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
July 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in

Curlewis has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Curlewis

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Curlewis Public School
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Radio Stations near Curlewis

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Curlewis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gunnedah Rural Museum
Gunnedah Water Tower Museum

Libraries in Curlewis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Curlewis Library0.0
Gunnedah Library0.0

Golf Courses in Curlewis

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spring Ridge Golf Course

Airports Near Curlewis

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gunnedah AirportGUHMedium Airport
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Ardgour AirstripSmall Airport
Attunga Private airstrpSmall Airport
Barraba AirportSmall Airport
Blackville AirportSmall Airport
Boggabri AirportSmall Airport
Coolah AirportCLHSmall Airport
Dunmore Manila AirportSmall Airport
Goonoo Goonoo AirportSmall Airport
Gunnedah Airfield SES OnlySmall Airport
Lake Keepit AirportSmall Airport
Lambrook AirportSmall Airport
Manilla ParaglidingSmall Airport
Mullaley AirportSmall Airport
Premer Betoota AirportSmall Airport
Quirindi AirportUIRSmall Airport
Tambar Springs AirportSmall Airport
the airstripSmall Airport
Wallabadah AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Curlewis

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Curlewis LPO

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 Curlewis

What is the population of Curlewis?

Curlewis has a population of 755 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,240.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Curlewis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,660, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Curlewis?

Curlewis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Curlewis?

The unemployment rate in Curlewis is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $455. There are 72 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Curlewis?

The median home value in Curlewis is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.

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