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Kanwal, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Kanwal is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 4,073. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
4,073 Population 5/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,038 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$22,038 median income, 6.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population4,073
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,038
Per Capita$22,038
Unemployment6.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership72.0%
Housing Units1,629

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population4,073
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates-33.2530°, 151.4911°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,038
Median Age45.0 years

About Kanwal

Kanwal is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 4,073. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Kanwal has a population of 4,073 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,073
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
901.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kanwal vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kanwal is $22,038, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,038 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $424, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 387 business establishments.

Income: Kanwal vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,038
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,038
Avg Weekly Wage$424

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)387

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kanwal is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,629 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units1,629

Property Tax

Climate in Kanwal

Kanwal has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Kanwal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area901.8 sq mi (2,335.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-33.2530°N, 151.4911°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 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 41 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 74 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 121 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 124 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 126 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 119 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 131 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 114 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 118 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 133 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 100 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 39 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 120 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 88 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 134 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 116 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 114 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 112 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
February 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in

Kanwal has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Kanwal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kanwal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
Old Sydney Town
RSL Museum
South Sea Island Museum
St Joseph's Boys Home Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Kanwal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Gwandalan Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Redhead Library0.0
Swansea Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kanwal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
Toukley Lions Markets

Hotels in Kanwal

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Haven Motor Inn

Restaurants in Kanwal

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kanwal Chinese Kitchen

Clinics in Kanwal

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #816350074

Gas Stations in Kanwal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven Kanwal

Breweries in Kanwal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Kanwal

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Airports Near Kanwal

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kanwal

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kanwal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lakes Anglican

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 Kanwal

What is the population of Kanwal?

Kanwal has a population of 4,073 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kanwal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,038, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kanwal?

Kanwal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kanwal?

The unemployment rate in Kanwal is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $424. There are 387 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kanwal?

The median home value in Kanwal is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.

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