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Eden, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Eden is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,118. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
3,118 Population 1/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,503 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$19,503 median income, 5.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$152,000 home value, $760/mo rent

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About Eden

Eden

Eden is a coastal town in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is 478 kilometres (297 mi) south of the state capital Sydney and is the most southerly town in New South Wales, located between Nullica Bay to the south and Calle Calle Bay, the northern reach of Twofold Bay, and built on undulating land adjacent to the third-deepest natural harbour in the southern hemisphere, and Snug Cove on its western boundary. At the 2021 census, Eden had a population of 3,425.

People

Population3,118
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,503
Per Capita$19,503
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$152,000
Rent$760
Ownership67.9%
Housing Units1,247

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population3,118
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates-37.0668°, 149.9003°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,503
Median Age53.0 years

About Eden

Eden is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,118. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Eden has a population of 3,118 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,118
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Eden vs Australia Average

The median household income in Eden is $19,503, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,503 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $375, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 296 business establishments.

Income: Eden vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,503
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,503
Avg Weekly Wage$375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)296

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $152,000, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 67.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,247 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,000
46% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.9%
Owner-Occupied67.9%
Renter-Occupied32.1%
Housing Units1,247

Property Tax

Climate in Eden

Eden has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.1°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.1°C / 68°F 15.3° / 24.9° 53.4
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 15.5° / 24.7° 90.6
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.6° 88.1
Apr 16.4°C / 62°F 11.1° / 21.8° 66.9
May 13.5°C / 56°F 7.6° / 19.4° 39.8
Jun 11.3°C / 52°F 5.6° / 17° 80.2
Jul 10.5°C / 51°F 4.3° / 16.7° 43.8
Aug 11.2°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.5° 41.9
Sep 13°C / 55°F 6.7° / 19.3° 42.4
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21° 64.9
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 76.6
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 14° / 23.5° 59.5
Eden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-37.0668°N, 149.9003°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.62"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 81 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 123 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 111 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 134 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 148 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
February 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
August 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in

Eden has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in August to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Eden

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Joseph's Catholic School - - - -
Eden Public School - - - -
Eden Marine High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Eden

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2BRW Braidwood FM braidwood, classic rock AAC 104 kbps
2EC community radio, local news AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Eden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eden Killer Whale Museum
Mary MacKillop Museum
Old School Museum

Libraries in Eden

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Eden Library0.0

Hotels in Eden

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Great Southern Hotel
Hotel Australiasia

Restaurants in Eden

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eden's Legacy of India Restaurant
Golden Ocean
Great Southern Hotel
Hotel Australiasia

Cafes in Eden

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fig Cafe Bar
Florabel
Food Co
Sprout Eden

Gas Stations in Eden

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Eden Service Station
Kiah General Store
Metro

Banks in Eden

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IMB

Golf Courses in Eden

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eden Gardens Country Club

Airports Near Eden

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Bombala Airport-Small Airport
Cann River Airport-Small Airport
frogs hollows airfield-Small Airport
Gabo Island Airport-Small Airport
Mallacoota AirportXMCSmall Airport

Post Offices in Eden

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Eden LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Eden

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church
Saint Johns Anglican Church

Explore Near Eden

Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Eden

What is the population of Eden?

Eden has a population of 3,118 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Eden expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,503, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Eden?

Eden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Eden?

The unemployment rate in Eden is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $375. There are 296 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Eden?

The median home value in Eden is $152,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.

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