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Kingscliff, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Kingscliff is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 7,878. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

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C Fair
7,878 Population 16/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,296 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
2.9 / 5.0
$26,296 median income, 3.9% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $1,380/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,878
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,296
Per Capita$26,296
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

F
Home Value$276,000
Rent$1,380
Ownership70.9%
Housing Units3,151

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population7,878
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates-28.2598°, 153.5782°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,296
Median Age47.0 years

About Kingscliff

Kingscliff is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 7,878. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Kingscliff has a population of 7,878 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 505.4 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,878
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
505.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kingscliff vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kingscliff is $26,296, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,296 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $506, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 748 business establishments.

Income: Kingscliff vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,296
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,296
Avg Weekly Wage$506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)748

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kingscliff is $276,000, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above the national average of $1,163). 70.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,151 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.9%
Owner-Occupied70.9%
Renter-Occupied29.1%
Housing Units3,151

Property Tax

Climate in Kingscliff

Kingscliff has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.9°C), the coldest is Jul (15.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1493 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.9°C / 77°F 21.2° / 28.6° 182.5
Feb 24.9°C / 77°F 21.1° / 28.7° 207.0
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.6° 174.7
Apr 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.8° 142.4
May 18.5°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.4° 103.5
Jun 16.5°C / 62°F 11.7° / 21.3° 135.4
Jul 15.4°C / 60°F 9.8° / 20.9° 64.8
Aug 16.2°C / 61°F 10.5° / 21.9° 56.7
Sep 18.7°C / 66°F 13.5° / 23.9° 47.6
Oct 20.6°C / 69°F 16.1° / 25.1° 113.7
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 18.3° / 26.7° 109.5
Dec 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.8° 154.8
Kingscliff enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 38.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area505.4 sq mi (1,309.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-28.2598°N, 153.5782°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.50"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.05"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Kingscliff has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Kingscliff

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kingscliff Public School
St Anthony's Primary School
Kingscliff High School
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Radio Stations near Kingscliff

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bay 93.9 MP3 128 kbps
rebel fm AAC 64 kbps
Rim FM 100.1 community MP3 64 kbps
NimFM alternative, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kingscliff

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Minjungbal Resource Museum
Mudgeeraba Light Horse Museum
Seafaring Museum
Surf World
Tweed Regional Museum
Tweed River Historical Museum

Libraries in Kingscliff

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broadbeach Library0.0
Burleigh Heads Branch Library0.0
Burleigh Waters Branch Library0.0
Coolangatta Branch Library0.0
Elanora Branch Library0.0
Kingscliff Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Murwillumbah Library0.0
Palm Beach Library0.0
Richmond Tweed Regional Library (mobile)0.0
Robina Library0.0
Tweed Heads Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kingscliff

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Carrara Markets
Cooloongatta Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Currumbin Community Markets
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Kingscliff Market
Miami Marketta
New Brighton Farmer’s Market (Tuesday Morning Market)
Palm Beach Farmers' Market
The Village Markets
The Village Markets
Uki Buttery Bazaar
Uki Farmers Market

Hotels in Kingscliff

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kingscliff Beach Hotel

Restaurants in Kingscliff

28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chiang Mai Thai
Darbaar
Fins Restaurant and Bar
George's Deli
Govindas
Kahani Indian Restaurant
Kathmandu Kitchen
Kob-Kun-Ka
La Barrita
mahsuri
Nude Amigos
Oakberry Acai
Pizza & Pasta
QRoma
Salt Village Fish + Chips
Salt Village French Patisserie
Se Bliss
Sea Salt
Season
Sunfall Tapas Bar
Sushi Dragon
Tango Gelato
Taverna
The Salty Beardman
the sushi bar
Unicorn Seafood Restaurant
Worst Burgers
Zanzibar Cafe

Cafes in Kingscliff

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Choux String
Mosaic Acai
Oakberry Açai
Salt Mill
saltbean
the brew & bake co.

Cinemas in Kingscliff

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemax

Clinics in Kingscliff

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kingscliff Beach Medicak

Dentists in Kingscliff

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

coastal dental care

Gas Stations in Kingscliff

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freedom

Banks in Kingscliff

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
Westpac

Gyms in Kingscliff

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wave Yoga + Living

Stadiums & Teams in Kingscliff

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kingscliff

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Heck Field AirportSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private stripSmall Airport
Tyagarah AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kingscliff

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kingscliff Post Office

Treatment Centers in Kingscliff

24 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Broadbeach Waters Medical Centre
Bundall Medical Centre
Chistine Cnr Medical Centre
Christine Avenue Medical Centre
Diamond Bridge Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Medical Centre
Gold Coast Dermatology Clinic
Gold Coast Medical Precinct - Varsity Lakes
Medical On Miami
Mermaid Central Medical Clinic
Mermaid Plaza Medical and Cosmetics
Merridown Family Surgery
Miami Family Medical Centre
Miami Village Medical Practice
Optimal Health Chiropractic
Optimal Health Clinic
Portia Millar
Robina Bulk Billing Medical Centre
Robina Family Medical
Robina Lakes Medical Centre
Robina Village Medical Centre
Worongary Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingscliff

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Parish of Kingscliff
St Anthony's

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 Kingscliff

What is the population of Kingscliff?

Kingscliff has a population of 7,878 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 505.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kingscliff expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,296, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,000 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kingscliff?

Kingscliff enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.

How is the job market in Kingscliff?

Kingscliff has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $506. There are 748 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kingscliff?

The median home value in Kingscliff is $276,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,380. The homeownership rate is 70.9%.

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