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Daruka, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Daruka is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 764. Elevation: 1,591 ft (485 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
764 Population 3/sq mi density
1,591 ft Elevation 485 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$32,989 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,989 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$239,400 home value, $1,197/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population764
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,989
Per Capita$32,989
Unemployment1.1%

Housing

C+
Home Value$239,400
Rent$1,197
Ownership95.3%
Housing Units306

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Population764
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Coordinates-31.0373°, 150.9707°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,989
Median Age44.0 years

About Daruka

Daruka is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 764. The city sits at an elevation of 1,591 feet (485 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Daruka has a population of 764 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 272.7 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

764
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
272.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Daruka vs Australia Average

The median household income in Daruka is $32,989, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,989 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $634, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 73 business establishments.

Income: Daruka vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,989
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,989
Avg Weekly Wage$634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)73

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Daruka is $239,400, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,197 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 95.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 306 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,400
15% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,197
3% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.3%
Owner-Occupied95.3%
Renter-Occupied4.7%
Housing Units306

Property Tax

Climate in Daruka

Daruka has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 686 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.2°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29° 51.2
Feb 22.8°C / 73°F 17.6° / 28.1° 117.1
Mar 21°C / 70°F 15.4° / 26.6° 69.7
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12° / 23.5° 55.0
May 14.3°C / 58°F 7.8° / 20.8° 40.6
Jun 12.2°C / 54°F 6.3° / 18° 57.9
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.7° / 17.4° 38.0
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 5.6° / 19.1° 39.2
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 8.2° / 22.5° 30.8
Oct 17.5°C / 64°F 10.8° / 24.2° 39.6
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 13.7° / 25.1° 82.7
Dec 21.4°C / 71°F 15.7° / 27° 64.6
Daruka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,591 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Area272.7 sq mi (706.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-31.0373°N, 150.9707°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.94"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.50"

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 M4.8 148 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 145 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 146 km
Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 63 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 62 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 147 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 141 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 146 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 74°F (24°C) 2.7 in
March 71°F (21°C) 1.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
August 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in

Daruka has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 50°F in June to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.5").

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Museums in Daruka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moffat Wagon
Moonbi Museum
Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum
Tamworth Powerstation Museum

Libraries in Daruka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kootingal Library0.0
South Tamworth Library0.0
Tamworth City Library0.0

Airports Near Daruka

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Armidale AirportARMMedium Airport
Gunnedah AirportGUHMedium Airport
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Attunga Private airstrpSmall Airport
Barraba AirportSmall Airport
Dunmore Manila AirportSmall Airport
Goonoo Goonoo AirportSmall Airport
Gunnedah Airfield SES OnlySmall Airport
Heathcote Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Kelvin Station AirportSmall Airport
Lake Keepit AirportSmall Airport
Manilla ParaglidingSmall Airport
Mount Sandon AirportSmall Airport
Quirindi AirportUIRSmall Airport
the airstripSmall Airport
Uralla Private strip?Small Airport
Walcha AirportWLCSmall Airport
Walcha Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wallabadah AirportSmall Airport
Wilson's Creek Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Woolomin AirportSmall Airport

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 Daruka

What is the population of Daruka?

Daruka has a population of 764 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 272.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Daruka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,989, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $239,400 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,197 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Daruka?

Daruka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

How is the job market in Daruka?

The job market in Daruka is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $634. There are 73 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Daruka?

The median home value in Daruka is $239,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,197. The homeownership rate is 95.3%.

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