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Howlong, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Howlong is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,695. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,695 Population 1/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,747 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,747 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,695
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,747
Per Capita$22,747
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership81.2%
Housing Units1,078

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population2,695
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates-35.9820°, 146.6325°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,747
Median Age49.0 years

About Howlong

Howlong is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,695. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Howlong has a population of 2,695 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,287.0 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,695
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
2,287.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Howlong vs Australia Average

The median household income in Howlong 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 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 256 business establishments.

Income: Howlong vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)256

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Howlong is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 81.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,078 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.2%
Owner-Occupied81.2%
Renter-Occupied18.8%
Housing Units1,078

Property Tax

Climate in Howlong

Howlong has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.2°C / 74°F 14.3° / 32.1° 38.6
Feb 22.6°C / 73°F 14.2° / 31.1° 45.0
Mar 19.1°C / 66°F 10.6° / 27.6° 37.9
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 6.7° / 22.8° 30.8
May 10.7°C / 51°F 3.9° / 17.5° 41.7
Jun 8.5°C / 47°F 2.8° / 14.2° 50.7
Jul 7.4°C / 45°F 2° / 12.7° 58.4
Aug 8.3°C / 47°F 2.3° / 14.3° 55.1
Sep 10.5°C / 51°F 3.7° / 17.4° 54.6
Oct 13.6°C / 56°F 5.6° / 21.5° 52.6
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 9° / 26.3° 51.6
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 11.5° / 29.6° 45.3
Howlong experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area2,287.0 sq mi (5,923.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.9820°N, 146.6325°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.2 on Jun 22, 2013.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 102 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 145 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 126 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 25 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 57 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 93 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 24 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 91 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 112 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 148 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 102 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 129 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 75 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 135 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
July 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in

Howlong has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 37°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Howlong

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Howlong Public School
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Radio Stations near Howlong

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.9 The Light christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mansfield MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mansfield 99.7FM community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Howlong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chiltern Athenaeum Museum
Federation Museum

Libraries in Howlong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Corowa Library0.0
Howlong Library and Resource Centre0.0
Rutherglen Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Howlong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Corowa Whisky and Chocolate Christmas Market

Cafes in Howlong

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1/2 Acre Cafe

Gas Stations in Howlong

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #569142477
BP Howlong

Banks in Howlong

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hume Bank

Golf Courses in Howlong

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Howlong Golf Course

Airports Near Howlong

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albury AirportABXMedium Airport
Benalla AirportBLNMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Beechworth AirstripSmall Airport
Bullawa AirstripSmall Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Mitta Mitta AirportSmall Airport
Mount Beauty AirportSmall Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
St James Private airfieldSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
Urana AerodromeSmall Airport
Yarrawonga AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Howlong

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Howlong LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Howlong

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Howlong Christian Centre
St Andrew's Uniting Church
St Brigid's Catholic Church
St Thomas Anglican Church

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 Howlong

What is the population of Howlong?

Howlong has a population of 2,695 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,287.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Howlong expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,747, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Howlong?

Howlong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Howlong?

Howlong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $437. There are 256 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Howlong?

The median home value in Howlong is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 81.2%.

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