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Goonellabah, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Goonellabah is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 13,351. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,351 Population 23/sq mi density
561 ft Elevation 171 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,829 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,829 median income, 4.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,351
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density23/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,829
Per Capita$23,829
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership70.2%
Housing Units5,340

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Population13,351
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates-28.8167°, 153.3167°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,829
Median Age41.0 years

About Goonellabah

Goonellabah is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 13,351. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet (171 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Goonellabah has a population of 13,351 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 570.0 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,351
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
570.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Goonellabah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Goonellabah is $23,829, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,829 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $458, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,268 business establishments.

Income: Goonellabah vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,829
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,829
Avg Weekly Wage$458

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,268

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Goonellabah is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 70.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,340 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.2%
Owner-Occupied70.2%
Renter-Occupied29.8%
Housing Units5,340

Property Tax

Climate in Goonellabah

Goonellabah has an average annual temperature of 19.5°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 18.6° / 30.4° 129.5
Feb 24.3°C / 76°F 18.8° / 29.8° 141.5
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 17.2° / 28.1° 190.1
Apr 20.2°C / 68°F 14.2° / 26.1° 104.3
May 16.7°C / 62°F 10° / 23.4° 68.7
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.4° / 20.7° 118.6
Jul 13.6°C / 56°F 6.3° / 20.8° 36.8
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 6.7° / 22.9° 108.4
Sep 17.6°C / 64°F 9.6° / 25.6° 103.5
Oct 20°C / 68°F 12.9° / 27.2° 96.2
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 15.3° / 28.9° 92.4
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29.3° 155.0
Goonellabah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area570.0 sq mi (1,476.2 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8167°N, 153.3167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.87"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in Coldest
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
November 71°F (21°C) 4.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in

Goonellabah has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in June to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.9") and August the driest (1.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Goonellabah

Institution Type Founded Website
Southern Cross University University
St Johns College Woodlawn College
TAFE NSW College
TAFE NSW - Wollongbar Campus College

Schools in Goonellabah

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tregeagle Public School
Goonellabah Public School
The Rivers Secondary Collage (Kadina Campus)
Blue Hills College
Goonellabah Public School
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Radio Stations near Goonellabah

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
River 94.9 AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Newsradio AAC+ 56 kbps
Smooth FM 95.3 commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Smooth-Relax relax, smooth AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC North Coast AAC 94 kbps
2NCR - River FM AAC 88 kbps
Rim FM 100.1 community MP3 64 kbps
NimFM alternative, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Goonellabah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballina Naval And Maritime Museum
Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
Bangalow Historical Society
Crawford House
Crawford House Museum
Richmond River Historical Society
Richmond River Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Goonellabah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alstonville Library0.0
Ballina Public Library0.0
Ballina Public Library0.0
Coraki Library0.0
Goonellabah Library0.0
Lismore Library0.0
Richmond Tweed Regional Library0.0
SCU Learning Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Goonellabah

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bangalow Markets

Theatres in Goonellabah

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rochdale Theatre

Clinics in Goonellabah

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goonellabah Medical Centre

Dentists in Goonellabah

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #11929486283
Goonellabah Dental Practice

Gas Stations in Goonellabah

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EG Ampol
Shell

Shopping Malls in Goonellabah

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goonellabah Shopping Village

Gyms in Goonellabah

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24-7 Gym
F-Fitness 24/7 Gym
Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre

Breweries in Goonellabah

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Common People Brewing Co.
Seven Mile Brewery

Airports Near Goonellabah

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Baryulgil AirstripSmall Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba AirportSmall Airport
Tyagarah AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Goonellabah

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Goonellabah Post Office

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 Goonellabah

What is the population of Goonellabah?

Goonellabah has a population of 13,351 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 570.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Goonellabah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,829, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Goonellabah?

Goonellabah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in Goonellabah?

Goonellabah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $458. There are 1,268 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Goonellabah?

The median home value in Goonellabah is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 70.2%.

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