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Kempsey city centre, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Kempsey city centre is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 532. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
532 Population 0/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,600 home value, $713/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population532
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,600
Rent$713
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units213

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population532
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-31.0775°, 152.8357°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (651 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Kempsey city centre

Kempsey city centre is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 532. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Kempsey city centre has a population of 532 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,773.6 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

532
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg
1,773.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kempsey city centre vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kempsey city centre is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Kempsey city centre vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kempsey city centre is $142,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 213 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,600
49% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units213

Property Tax

Climate in Kempsey city centre

Kempsey city centre has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 1160 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 18.3° / 29.1° 126.0
Feb 23.5°C / 74°F 18.4° / 28.7° 169.9
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 16.8° / 27.6° 149.2
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 13.8° / 25.3° 88.2
May 16.5°C / 62°F 10.5° / 22.5° 71.0
Jun 14°C / 57°F 7.7° / 20.3° 109.8
Jul 13°C / 55°F 6.2° / 19.9° 42.8
Aug 14°C / 57°F 6.3° / 21.6° 55.7
Sep 16.6°C / 62°F 9.1° / 24° 48.5
Oct 18.7°C / 66°F 11.8° / 25.6° 57.2
Nov 20.8°C / 69°F 15.1° / 26.6° 131.7
Dec 22.6°C / 73°F 17° / 28.1° 110.4
Kempsey city centre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1,773.6 sq mi (4,593.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-31.0775°N, 152.8357°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.6"
33% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.44"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 19, 2017.

Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 67°F (19°C) 5.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
August 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 65°F (19°C) 3.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Kempsey city centre has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 57°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Kempsey city centre

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kempsey city centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boatman's Cottage Maritime Museum
Macleay River Historical Society Museum
Trial Bay Gaol

Libraries in Kempsey city centre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hat Head Library0.0
Kempsey Library0.0
South West Rocks Library0.0

Restaurants in Kempsey city centre

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City Centre Motel
Freshwater Grill
Kempsey Chinese Restaurant
Kempsey Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Moon River Motor Inn
Moon River Restaurant
The Bowls Bistro

Cafes in Kempsey city centre

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lou's Cafe Restaurant
Rossco's Cafe

Veterinaries in Kempsey city centre

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kempsey Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Kempsey city centre

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kempsey Station

Bus Stations in Kempsey city centre

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kempsey Coach Terminal

Gas Stations in Kempsey city centre

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coles Express
EG Australia
Liberty
Mavin Petroleum
Oasis Service Station

Banks in Kempsey city centre

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
St.George

Shopping Malls in Kempsey city centre

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Riverfront Plaza

Gyms in Kempsey city centre

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Drew Baird Fitness

Airports Near Kempsey city centre

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kempsey AirportKPSMedium Airport
Port Macquarie AirportPQQMedium Airport
Bald Hills Airport—Small Airport
Camden Haven Airport—Small Airport
Dexfield Park—Small Airport
Nambucca Heads AirportNBHSmall Airport
South West Rocks Airport—Small Airport
The Lakes Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Kempsey city centre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kempsey Post Office

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 Kempsey city centre

What is the population of Kempsey city centre?

Kempsey city centre has a population of 532 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,773.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Kempsey city centre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $142,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kempsey city centre?

Kempsey city centre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.

How is the job market in Kempsey city centre?

Kempsey city centre has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kempsey city centre?

The median home value in Kempsey city centre is $142,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $713. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

Nearby Cities

Kempsey 9,522 pop · 0.3 mi East Kempsey 1,321 pop · 1.1 mi West Kempsey 4,899 pop · 1.5 mi South Kempsey 2,336 pop · 3.2 mi Frederickton 1,395 pop · 3.6 mi Aldavilla 1,211 pop · 4.0 mi Yarravel 1,093 pop · 5.0 mi Crescent Head 1,641 pop · 11.2 mi South West Rocks 4,847 pop · 18.0 mi Port Macquarie 51,965 pop · 24.8 mi Macksville 2,622 pop · 26.0 mi Wauchope 6,252 pop · 27.1 mi King Creek 1,533 pop · 29.0 mi Bowraville 1,098 pop · 29.6 mi
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