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Gilgai, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Gilgai is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 689. Elevation: 2,431 ft (741 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
689 Population 0/sq mi density
2,431 ft Elevation 741 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
33.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$18,827 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$18,827 median income, 8.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population689
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,827
Per Capita$18,827
Unemployment8.5%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership85.6%
Housing Units276

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Population689
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Coordinates-29.8527°, 151.1181°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (850 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,827
Median Age45.0 years

About Gilgai

Gilgai is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 689. The city sits at an elevation of 2,431 feet (741 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Gilgai has a population of 689 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,896.7 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

689
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
4,896.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gilgai vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gilgai is $18,827, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,827 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $362, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Gilgai vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,827
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,827
Avg Weekly Wage$362

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gilgai is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 276 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.6%
Owner-Occupied85.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units276

Property Tax

Climate in Gilgai

Gilgai has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 765 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 17° / 30.3° 92.8
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 16.7° / 29.6° 93.0
Mar 21.2°C / 70°F 14.7° / 27.6° 76.1
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24.2° 35.0
May 13.4°C / 56°F 6.9° / 19.8° 33.7
Jun 10.8°C / 51°F 5° / 16.7° 48.5
Jul 10.1°C / 50°F 3.9° / 16.3° 40.7
Aug 11°C / 52°F 4.2° / 17.7° 37.8
Sep 14.3°C / 58°F 7.3° / 21.3° 44.4
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 10.6° / 24.5° 67.2
Nov 20°C / 68°F 13.2° / 26.7° 89.9
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 15.4° / 29° 106.2
Gilgai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,431 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Area4,896.7 sq mi (12,682.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-29.8527°N, 151.1181°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.5"
12% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 8, 2012.

Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 121 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 121 km
Feb 23, 2001 59 km S of Goondiwindi, Australia M2.6 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 71°F (21°C) 3.7 in
March 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in

Gilgai has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 46°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Gilgai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Gilgai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Inverell Mining Museum
National Transport Museum
Wing Hing Long Museum

Libraries in Gilgai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Inverell Library0.0

Monuments in Gilgai

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copeton Dam
Joseph Wills

Gas Stations in Gilgai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gilgai General Store One Stop Shop

Golf Courses in Gilgai

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Inverell Golf Course

Airports Near Gilgai

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Armidale AirportARMMedium Airport
Glen Innes AirportGLIMedium Airport
Inverell AirportIVRMedium Airport
Ashford AirportSmall Airport
Barraba AirportSmall Airport
Bingara AirportSmall Airport
Coolatai AirportSmall Airport
Croppa Creek airstripSmall Airport
Inverell North AirportSmall Airport
Upper Horton Wyl AirportSmall Airport
Warialda AirportSmall Airport
Woodville AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gilgai

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gilgai Post Office

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Waterfalls
1
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 Gilgai

What is the population of Gilgai?

Gilgai has a population of 689 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,896.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gilgai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,827, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gilgai?

Gilgai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches.

How is the job market in Gilgai?

The job market in Gilgai faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $362. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gilgai?

The median home value in Gilgai is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 85.6%.

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