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Gundagai, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Gundagai is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,715. Elevation: 741 ft (226 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,715 Population 1,681/sq mi density
741 ft Elevation 226 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
30.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,747 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$22,747 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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About Gundagai

Gundagai

Gundagai is a town in the Riverina of New South Wales, Australia. Although a small town, Gundagai is a popular topic for writers and has become a representative icon of a typical Australian country town. Located along the Murrumbidgee River and Muniong, Honeysuckle, Kimo, Mooney Mooney, Murrumbidgee and Tumut mountain ranges, Gundagai is 390 kilometres (240 mi) south-west of Sydney. Until 2016, Gundagai was the administrative centre of Gundagai Shire local government area. In the 2021 census, the population of Gundagai was 1,970.

People

Population1,715
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,681/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$22,747
Per Capita$22,747
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Ownership75.7%
Housing Units686

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Population1,715
Population Density1,681 / sq mi
Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Coordinates-35.0635°, 148.1037°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation30.1 inches (764 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,747
Median Age45.0 years

About Gundagai

Gundagai is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,715. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet (226 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Gundagai has a population of 1,715 with a density of 1,681 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,715
Total Population
1,681
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gundagai vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gundagai is $22,747, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,747 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $437, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 163 business establishments.

Income: Gundagai vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,747
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,747
Avg Weekly Wage$437

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)163

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gundagai is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 686 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units686

Property Tax

Climate in Gundagai

Gundagai has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 633 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 16.9° / 32.6° 41.2
Feb 23.6°C / 74°F 16.2° / 31° 50.1
Mar 20.5°C / 69°F 13.3° / 27.7° 52.8
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 8.3° / 22.5° 32.8
May 11.4°C / 53°F 5.1° / 17.8° 37.6
Jun 8.6°C / 47°F 3.2° / 14.1° 57.6
Jul 7.8°C / 46°F 2.7° / 13° 65.0
Aug 9°C / 48°F 3.2° / 14.9° 55.3
Sep 12°C / 54°F 5.4° / 18.5° 63.4
Oct 15.3°C / 60°F 8.2° / 22.4° 57.6
Nov 19°C / 66°F 11.6° / 26.5° 64.0
Dec 21.9°C / 71°F 13.9° / 29.9° 55.6
Gundagai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,681/sq mi
Coordinates-35.0635°N, 148.1037°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.1"
21% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 111 km
Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 136 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 95 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 40 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 136 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 108 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 135 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 49 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 144 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 128 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 102 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 55 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 146 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 87 km
Sep 18, 1994 15 km N of Grenfell, Australia M3.2 146 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 77 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 82 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 73 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 99 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in
February 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
April 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
July 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in

Gundagai has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 45°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Gundagai

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gundagai High School
Gundagai Public School
St Patrick's Primary School
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Radio Stations near Gundagai

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sounds of the Mountains - THE LOCAL RADIO STATION FOR THE SNOWY VALLEYS & COOTAMUNDRA-GUNDAGAI REGIONAL COUNCIL AREAS community news, community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gundagai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adelong Alive Museum
Australian Road Transport Heritage Centre
Gundagai Museum
Old Flour Mill
Tumut and District Museum

Libraries in Gundagai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adelong Library0.0
Gundagai Library0.0
Tumut Library0.0

Restaurants in Gundagai

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chef Chew

Cafes in Gundagai

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe on West
Cooee Coffee Bar
Dog on the Tuckerbox Tourist Centre
Gundagai Bakehouse
hope's place
Niagara Cafe

Monuments in Gundagai

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dog on the Tuckerbox

Dentists in Gundagai

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #6388695867

Gas Stations in Gundagai

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mobil
Shell

Golf Courses in Gundagai

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gundagai Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Gundagai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gundagai

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cootamundra AirportCMDMedium Airport
Temora AirportTEMMedium Airport
Tumut AerodromeTUMMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Bondo AirstripSmall Airport
Deltroit Station AirstripSmall Airport
Federation Hsd AirportSmall Airport
Harden AirportSmall Airport
Oura Private AirstripSmall Airport
Rose Vale AirportSmall Airport
Talbingo AirportSmall Airport
The Grove AirportSmall Airport
Tumbarumba AirportSmall Airport
Wee Jasper AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gundagai

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Gundagai Uniting Church
St Patrick's Catholic Church
St. John's Anglican Church

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Gundagai

What is the population of Gundagai?

Gundagai has a population of 1,715 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,681 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gundagai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,747, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gundagai?

Gundagai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches.

How is the job market in Gundagai?

The job market in Gundagai is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $437. There are 163 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gundagai?

The median home value in Gundagai is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 75.7%.

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