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Gunning, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Gunning is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 658. Elevation: 1,854 ft (565 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
658 Population
1,854 ft Elevation 565 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$33,293 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$33,293 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$986/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,293
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population658
Median Age38.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,293
Per Capita$33,293
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,854 ft (565 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population658
Elevation1,854 ft (565 m)
Coordinates-34.7825°, 149.2662°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$33,293
Median Age38.0 years

Is Gunning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gunning receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gunning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gunning is $33,293, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gunning experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Gunning has a population of 658. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

658
Total Population
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Gunning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gunning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gunning is $33,293, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,293 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gunning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,293
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

In Gunning, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gunning vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Gunning experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,854 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,854 ft (565 m)
Coordinates-34.7825°N, 149.2662°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
July 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in

Gunning has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 37°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.7") and March the driest (1.9").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gunning

What is the population of Gunning?

Gunning has a population of 658 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Gunning expensive to live in?

Gunning is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,293, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gunning?

Gunning has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Gunning?

The job market in Gunning is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Gunning?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $986.

How are the schools in Gunning?

35.0% of adults in Gunning hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gunning?

The obesity rate in Gunning is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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