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Kandos, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Kandos is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,301. Elevation: 2,060 ft (628 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,301 Population 0/sq mi density
2,060 ft Elevation 628 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$15,447 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$15,447 median income, 12.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Kandos

Kandos

Kandos is a rural town located within the Mid-Western Region in New South Wales, Australia. The area is the traditional home of the Dabee tribe of the Wiradjuri people. Kandos sits beneath a mountain range including Cumber Melon Mountain. Kandos shares its locality, employment and infrastructure with its neighbouring town Rylstone, 6 kilometres away; the two towns have a shared community which is connected through farming, the arts and Aboriginal culture. Kandos is within an hours drive of Mudgee, and within two of Lithgow and Bathurst. In the 2021 census, Kandos had a population of 1263. Kandos is a three hour drive from Sydney ; and Newcastle.

People

Population1,301
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$15,447
Per Capita$15,447
Unemployment12.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership69.5%
Housing Units520

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation2,060 ft (628 m)
Population1,301
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation2,060 ft (628 m)
Coordinates-32.8577°, 149.9683°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (752 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,447
Median Age54.0 years

About Kandos

Kandos is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,301. The city sits at an elevation of 2,060 feet (628 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Kandos has a population of 1,301 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,392.2 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,301
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
3,392.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kandos vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kandos is $15,447, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,447 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $297, 79% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Kandos vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$15,447
79% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$15,447
Avg Weekly Wage$297

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kandos is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 69.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 520 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.5%
Owner-Occupied69.5%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units520

Property Tax

Kandos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,060 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,060 ft (628 m)
Area3,392.2 sq mi (8,785.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-32.8577°N, 149.9683°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.6"
22% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.46"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 118 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 103 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 92 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 94 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 92 km
Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 120 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 96 km
Mar 18, 2008 32 km NE of Peak Hill, Australia M3.7 149 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 142 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 120 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 93 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 93 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 68 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 141 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 102 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 95 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
March 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
December 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in

Kandos has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Kandos

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kandos High School
Kandos Public School
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Radio Stations near Kandos

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kandos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cottage Museum
Kandos Museum

Libraries in Kandos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kandos Library0.0
Rylstone Library0.0

Restaurants in Kandos

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kandos Chinese Restaurant

Train Stations in Kandos

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kandos

Gas Stations in Kandos

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hill and Co.
Midtown Fuels

Banks in Kandos

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reliance Bank

Golf Courses in Kandos

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Henbury Golf Club

Airports Near Kandos

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Mudgee AirportDGEMedium Airport
airlie private stripSmall Airport
Denman Farm StripSmall Airport
Gulgong Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Limekilns airfieldSmall Airport
Pipers AirfieldSmall Airport
Rylstone AerodromeSmall Airport
Wyaldra AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kandos

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kandos Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandos

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Dominics Catholic 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 Kandos

What is the population of Kandos?

Kandos has a population of 1,301 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,392.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kandos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,447, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kandos?

Kandos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches.

How is the job market in Kandos?

The job market in Kandos faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $297. There are 124 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kandos?

The median home value in Kandos is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 69.5%.

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