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Empire Bay, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Empire Bay is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,380. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Empire Bay
Empire Bay is a suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.
People
Economy
C+Housing
DClimate
| Population | 2,380 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.4939°, 151.3629° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (799 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,519 |
| Median Age | 42.0 years |
About Empire Bay
Empire Bay is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,380. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Empire Bay vs Australia Average
Income: Empire Bay vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,519 |
| 66% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,519 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $491 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 226 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $231,000 |
| 18% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,155 |
| 1% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 82.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 17.8% |
| Housing Units | 952 |
Property Tax
Climate in Empire Bay
Empire Bay has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 1128 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 265.8 sq mi (688.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.4939°N, 151.3629°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in |
Empire Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (2.6").
Radio Stations near Empire Bay
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky News Australia Radio | conservative, discussion | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Triple J | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Triple J (QLD) | alternative, indie | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| ABC Radio Sydney | news, talk | AAC 94 kbps | |
| triple j (NSW) | dance, hip-hop | AAC 238 kbps | |
| Indian link radio | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2SM SRN Sydney | news talk, sport | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ABC Radio National Live 20220701 | current affairs, news | AAC 94 kbps | |
| ABC RN | culture, history | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| ABC Country 20220701 | country | AAC 238 kbps | |
| CADA (AAC+) | urban | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Voice of Islam | islamic | MP3 | |
| CADA (MP3) | urban | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 | contemporary, current affairs | AAC 94 kbps | |
| ABC Classic FM 20220701 | classic, news | AAC 238 kbps | |
| Central Coast Radio.com | 90's and more!, alternative rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Bondi Radio (MP3) | dance, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SBS PopAsia | c-pop, cantonese | AAC+ 97 kbps | |
| Starter FM | dance, electronic | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Eastside Radio 89.7FM | — | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Northside Radio 99.3 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Power Cuts Radio | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Empire Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barkers Barn | ||||
| Classroom | ||||
| Henry Kendall Historical Museum | ||||
| Old Sydney Town | ||||
| RSL Museum | ||||
| St Joseph's Boys Home Museum | ||||
| Wyong District Museum & Historical Society |
Libraries in Empire Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bateau Bay Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Berowra Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glen Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gosford Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Information Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Information Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Kariong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kariong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincumber Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincumber Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resources Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Mona Vale Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Niagara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Niagara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Ives Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Terry Hills Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Entrance Library & Council Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Toukley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggerah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Turramurra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Umina Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woy Woy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woy Woy Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wyoming Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wyoming Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Empire Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ettalong Markets | |||||
| Ettalong Markets | |||||
| Gosford City Farmers Market | |||||
| Gosford City Farmers Market | |||||
| Mona Vale Market | |||||
| Terrigal Beach Markets | |||||
| Terrigal Beach Markets | |||||
| The Beaches Farmers Market | |||||
| Toukley Lions Markets |
Cafes in Empire Bay
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Empire Bay
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Empire Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Rd Brewing | ||||
| Bay Rd Brewing | ||||
| Hawkesbury Brewing Co | ||||
| Hawkesbury Brewing Co | ||||
| Modus Operandi | ||||
| Six Strings Brewery | ||||
| Six Strings Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Empire Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Empire Bay
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport | — | Large Airport |
| (Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport | WSI | Large Airport |
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | SYD | Large Airport |
| Camden Airport | CDU | Medium Airport |
| RAAF Base Richmond | XRH | Medium Airport |
| Sydney Bankstown Airport | BWU | Medium Airport |
| Aberfoyle Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dr Fox Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Holsworthy (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Somersby Airstrip | GOS | Small Airport |
| St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tadji Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tucker Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wedderburn Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Wilton Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Empire Bay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Empire Bay Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Empire Bay
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Chiropractic | ||
| Narrabeen physiotherapy and sports injury centre | ||
| Northern Beaches Rehabilitation | ||
| The Glen Centre |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Empire Bay?
Empire Bay has a population of 2,380 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 265.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Empire Bay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,519, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Empire Bay?
Empire Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.
How is the job market in Empire Bay?
Empire Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $491. There are 226 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Empire Bay?
The median home value in Empire Bay is $231,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,155. The homeownership rate is 82.2%.