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Junction Hill, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Junction Hill is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,335. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,335 Population 5/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
30.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,578 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,578 median income, 4.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Junction Hill

Junction Hill is a small town and satellite suburb of Grafton, New South Wales. Part of the Clarence Valley Council, it was identified in 2009 as a site for future residential growth. According to the 2021 census, it had 1,515 inhabitants.

People

Population1,335
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,578
Per Capita$22,578
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

D
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership80.6%
Housing Units534

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population1,335
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-29.6411°, 152.9249°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.6 inches (777 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,578
Median Age47.0 years

About Junction Hill

Junction Hill is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,335. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Junction Hill has a population of 1,335 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 276.7 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,335
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
276.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Junction Hill vs Australia Average

The median household income in Junction Hill is $22,578, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,578 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $434, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 127 business establishments.

Income: Junction Hill vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,578
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,578
Avg Weekly Wage$434

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Junction Hill is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 80.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 534 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.6%
Owner-Occupied80.6%
Renter-Occupied19.4%
Housing Units534

Property Tax

Climate in Junction Hill

Junction Hill has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1052 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 19.9° / 30.4° 141.8
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 19.9° / 29.7° 155.0
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 18.1° / 28.4° 127.9
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 14.9° / 26.2° 69.8
May 17.3°C / 63°F 11.2° / 23.4° 76.4
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 8.2° / 21° 63.1
Jul 13.9°C / 57°F 7° / 20.8° 32.3
Aug 15°C / 59°F 7.4° / 22.7° 38.2
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 10.9° / 25.7° 40.4
Oct 20.6°C / 69°F 14.1° / 27.2° 72.2
Nov 22.6°C / 73°F 16.9° / 28.4° 107.6
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 18.6° / 29.6° 127.4
Junction Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 30.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area276.7 sq mi (716.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-29.6411°N, 152.9249°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.6"
20% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.10"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.14"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 5.7 in
February 75°F (24°C) 6.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in

Junction Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Junction Hill

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fresh 92.7 community radio, music AAC 64 kbps
TLC FM The Lower Clarence Valley Yamba NSW Australia community radio, nsw AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Junction Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alumny Creek Public School Museum
Lanbruk's Gunyah
Lawrence Museum
Schaeffer House Museum
Squatters Rest Private Museum Image Squatters Rest

Libraries in Junction Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grafton Regional Library0.0

Gas Stations in Junction Hill

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #10112395546

Airports Near Junction Hill

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clarence Valley Regional AirportGFNMedium Airport
Coffs Harbour AirportCFSMedium Airport
Bald Hills Airport-Small Airport
Baryulgil Airstrip-Small Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba Airport-Small Airport
South Grafton Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Junction Hill

What is the population of Junction Hill?

Junction Hill has a population of 1,335 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 276.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Junction Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,578, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Junction Hill?

Junction Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.

How is the job market in Junction Hill?

Junction Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $434. There are 127 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Junction Hill?

The median home value in Junction Hill is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 80.6%.

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