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Gosford, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Gosford is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 4,873. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,873 Population 13/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$29,913 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$29,913 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,098/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population4,873
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,913
Per Capita$29,913
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,098
Ownership33.3%
Housing Units1,949

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population4,873
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-33.4244°, 151.3440°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,913
Median Age35.0 years

About Gosford

Gosford is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 4,873. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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.

Gosford has a population of 4,873 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 362.9 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,873
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
362.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gosford vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gosford is $29,913, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,913 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $575, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 463 business establishments.

Income: Gosford vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,913
60% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,913
Avg Weekly Wage$575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)463

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gosford is $219,600, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 33.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,949 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$219,600
22% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership33.3%
Owner-Occupied33.3%
Renter-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units1,949

Property Tax

Climate in Gosford

Gosford has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1128 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 16.3° / 27.1° 106.5
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 142.4
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.1° 122.0
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 102.5
May 14.2°C / 58°F 9.4° / 19° 111.4
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.4° 131.4
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 6.3° / 16° 59.1
Aug 12.1°C / 54°F 6.4° / 17.9° 62.5
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 53.1
Oct 16.9°C / 62°F 10.8° / 23° 69.1
Nov 18.7°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.5° 92.3
Dec 20°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.3° 75.5
Gosford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area362.9 sq mi (940.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4244°N, 151.3440°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 53 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 85 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 131 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 134 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 135 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 129 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 128 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 107 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 91 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 96 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 123 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 142 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 139 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 47 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 97 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 89 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 111 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 128 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 137 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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

Gosford 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").

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Schools in Gosford

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre — — — —
Gosford High School — — — —
Gosford Public School — — — —
Henry Kendall High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Gosford

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
ABC Country 20220701 country AAC 238 kbps
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC RN culture, history AAC+ 56 kbps
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 Gosford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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 Gosford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avalon Community Library0.0
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Berowra Branch Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Umina Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gosford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ettalong Markets
Ettalong Markets
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
Toukley Lions Markets

Hotels in Gosford

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waterview Gosford Motor Inn

Restaurants in Gosford

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

92 Thai
At Baker St
Gee Kwon Chinese Restaurant
Mapo Galbi
Pinocchios Wine & Pizza Bar
The Bon Pavilion
Tokyo Sushi

Cafes in Gosford

11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A2 Coffee House
Alberts Line
BodyFuel Cafe
Bouffant
Frangipani Cafe
Gloria Jean's
Indigo Cafe
RNR Cafe
Shop 3 Coffee
South End Social
The Good Bits Co

Clinics in Gosford

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bloom Hearing Specialists
Caligem Health
Central Coast Women's Health & Conception Centre
Douglass Hanly Moir
Holden Street Sexual Health Clinic

Dentists in Gosford

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coastal Dental
Gosford Family Dentists
Mann St Dental
Woodward and Weekes

Train Stations in Gosford

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gosford

Banks in Gosford

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
Greater Bank
St.George
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Gosford

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Imperial Centre

Gyms in Gosford

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hit'n'Fit
Snap Fitness

Golf Courses in Gosford

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gosford Golf Course

Breweries in Gosford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Gosford

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Airports Near Gosford

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large Airport
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle Airstrip—Small Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield—Small Airport
Tucker Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Warnervale Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Gosford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Gosford

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gosford

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christchurch Anglican Church
Gosford Uniting Church
St Mary's Anglican Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Gosford

What is the population of Gosford?

Gosford has a population of 4,873 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 362.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gosford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,913, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,600 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,098 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 Gosford?

Gosford 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 Gosford?

The unemployment rate in Gosford is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $575. There are 463 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gosford?

The median home value in Gosford is $219,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098. The homeownership rate is 33.3%.

Nearby Cities

North Gosford 3,723 pop · 0.8 mi Point Frederick 1,846 pop · 1.1 mi East Gosford 4,196 pop · 1.1 mi West Gosford 1,365 pop · 1.6 mi Central Coast 346,596 pop · 1.6 mi Point Clare 3,676 pop · 1.6 mi Wyoming 9,927 pop · 1.8 mi Green Point 6,405 pop · 1.9 mi Narara 7,841 pop · 2.0 mi Tascott 1,587 pop · 2.5 mi Erina 4,676 pop · 2.7 mi Mount Pleasant 1,370 pop · 2.8 mi Kariong 6,305 pop · 3.0 mi Lisarow 5,036 pop · 3.1 mi
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