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Griffith, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Griffith is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 20,569. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
20,569 Population 30/sq mi density
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,088 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$28,088 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population20,569
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density30/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,088
Per Capita$28,088
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership60.9%
Housing Units8,228

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Population20,569
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates-34.2885°, 146.0509°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,088
Median Age36.0 years

About Griffith

Griffith is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 20,569. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Griffith has a population of 20,569 with a density of 30 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,569
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
697.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Griffith vs Australia Average

The median household income in Griffith is $28,088, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,088 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $540, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,954 business establishments.

Income: Griffith vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,088
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,088
Avg Weekly Wage$540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,954

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Griffith is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 60.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 8,228 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.9%
Owner-Occupied60.9%
Renter-Occupied39.1%
Housing Units8,228

Property Tax

Climate in Griffith

Griffith has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 370 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 18.8° / 34.8° 28.1
Feb 25.5°C / 78°F 18.1° / 32.9° 32.1
Mar 22°C / 72°F 14.7° / 29.4° 27.7
Apr 17.9°C / 64°F 11° / 24.8° 22.2
May 12.9°C / 55°F 6.4° / 19.4° 27.5
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 4.6° / 15.8° 37.0
Jul 9.4°C / 49°F 3.5° / 15.3° 32.7
Aug 10.3°C / 51°F 3.7° / 16.9° 26.3
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 6.2° / 21.2° 31.0
Oct 17.5°C / 64°F 9.8° / 25.2° 33.3
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 14° / 29.3° 34.5
Dec 24.2°C / 76°F 16.4° / 31.9° 37.5
Griffith enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area697.2 sq mi (1,805.7 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates-34.2885°N, 146.0509°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.3"
47% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.73"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 18, 2005.

Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 117 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 120 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 92 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 116 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 110 km
Apr 1, 2001 23 km ESE of West Wyalong, Australia M2.8 134 km
Mar 4, 2002 2 km W of West Wyalong, Australia M2.7 112 km
Jul 16, 2000 47 km W of Temora, Australia M2.5 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 1.6 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 1.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
July 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Wettest
November 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in

Griffith has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 49°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (1.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Griffith

Institution Type Founded Website
Griffith TAFE College
Western Riverina Community College Inc. College Visit →

Schools in Griffith

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Griffith Public School
Murrumbidgee Regional High School
St Patrick's Primary School
Kalinda School
Murrumbidgee Regional High School
Marian Catholic College
Griffith East Public School
Griffith North Public School
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Radio Stations near Griffith

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Griffith

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Pioneer Park Museum
Whitton Courthouse and Historical Museum

Libraries in Griffith

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Griffith City Library0.0

Hotels in Griffith

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quest
The Gem

Restaurants in Griffith

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

99 Spices
Barnacle Bill
Bull & Bell Steakhouse
Dolce Dolce
Giuseppe's
Little Italy

Cafes in Griffith

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe2sixty2
Il Corso
Maxx & co
Station 4

Theatres in Griffith

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Griffith Regional Theatre

Dentists in Griffith

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Griffith Denture Clinic

Train Stations in Griffith

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Griffith Station

Gas Stations in Griffith

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
AU #5350231363
BP
Coles Express
EG Australia
Liberty
Metro Petroleum
Mobil

Banks in Griffith

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Griffith

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Griffith Central
Griffith Plaza

Gyms in Griffith

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Golf Courses in Griffith

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Griffith Golf Club

Airports Near Griffith

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Griffith AirportGFFMedium Airport
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Coleambally AirportSmall Airport
Coleambally Airport No.2Small Airport
Dallas AirportSmall Airport
Goolgowi AirportSmall Airport
Leeton AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Griffith

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Griffith East Post Office
Griffith Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Griffith

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Salvation Army Church
Seventh Day Adventist Church
St Albans Anglican Cathedral
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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 Griffith

What is the population of Griffith?

Griffith has a population of 20,569 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Griffith expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,088, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Griffith?

Griffith enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches.

How is the job market in Griffith?

Griffith has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $540. There are 1,954 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Griffith?

The median home value in Griffith is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 60.9%.

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