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Kooringal, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Kooringal is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,972. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,972 Population 3/sq mi density
709 ft Elevation 216 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,263 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,263 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$152,000 home value, $760/mo rent

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About Kooringal

Kooringal

Kooringal is a suburb of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia. Kooringal is thought to mean "Side of a Hill" in the Wiradjuri aboriginal language. Kooringal is located approximately 4 km from the CBD along Lake Albert Road. Kooringal is the basis for growth in the eastern section of Wagga Wagga. Kooringal High School, on Ziegler Avenue is the largest secondary school in Wagga Wagga. The Kooringal area is also home to other schools including Kooringal Public School, Sturt Public School and the Sacred Heart School. Kooringal has a large suburban shopping centre known as Kooringal Mall.

People

Population6,972
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,263
Per Capita$26,263
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$152,000
Rent$760
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units2,789

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Population6,972
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Coordinates-35.1407°, 147.3768°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,263
Median Age35.0 years

About Kooringal

Kooringal is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,972. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Kooringal has a population of 6,972 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,972
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
2,213.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kooringal vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kooringal is $26,263, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,263 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $505, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 662 business establishments.

Income: Kooringal vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,263
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,263
Avg Weekly Wage$505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)662

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kooringal is $152,000, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,789 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,000
46% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units2,789

Property Tax

Climate in Kooringal

Kooringal has an average annual temperature of 9.1°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.4°C), the coldest is Feb (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C / 37°F -0.5° / 6.5° 173.8
Feb 2.3°C / 36°F -1.4° / 6.1° 136.2
Mar 4.9°C / 41°F 0.6° / 9.2° 110.1
Apr 9°C / 48°F 3.7° / 14.4° 98.2
May 12°C / 54°F 6.3° / 17.6° 95.9
Jun 14.2°C / 58°F 8.9° / 19.5° 95.4
Jul 16.4°C / 62°F 11.1° / 21.8° 114.7
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.5° / 21.1° 127.2
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.6° / 17.6° 115.4
Oct 9.2°C / 49°F 5° / 13.4° 174.0
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F 2.6° / 9.1° 172.7
Dec 3.6°C / 38°F 0.3° / 6.9° 179.3
Kooringal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area2,213.6 sq mi (5,733.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-35.1407°N, 147.3768°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 28, 2013.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 127 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 93 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 73 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 136 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 32 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 145 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 112 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 95 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 74 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 98 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 139 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 143 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 149 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 129 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 119 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 147 km
Feb 27, 2002 10 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.0 139 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 85 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 119 km
Jun 20, 2002 10 km NW of Boorowa, Australia M2.9 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in

Kooringal has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 43°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Kooringal

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sacred Heart Primary School
Sturt Public School
Kooringal Public School
Wagga Wagga Christian College
Kooringal High School
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Radio Stations near Kooringal

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kooringal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Of The Riverina
RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre

Libraries in Kooringal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Wagga Wagga City Library0.0
William Merrylees Library0.0

Restaurants in Kooringal

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clancy’s Restaurant and the Overflow Bar

Cafes in Kooringal

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24 Seven Cafe
Pie Face
The Fast Lane Drive-Thru Coffee

Gas Stations in Kooringal

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Ampol
APCO
BP
BP
BP Gumly Gunly
Mobil
United

Shopping Malls in Kooringal

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HomeCo
Kooringal Mall

Gyms in Kooringal

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness

Breweries in Kooringal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Thirsty Crow Brewery

Airports Near Kooringal

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cootamundra AirportCMDMedium Airport
Temora AirportTEMMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Ardlethan AirportSmall Airport
Bullawa AirstripSmall Airport
Deltroit Station AirstripSmall Airport
Federation Hsd AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Lockhart AirstripSmall Airport
Oura Private AirstripSmall Airport
Rose Vale AirportSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
The Grove AirportSmall Airport
Tumbarumba AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kooringal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kooringal Mall Post Office

Treatment Centers in Kooringal

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calvary Riverina Drug and Alcohol Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kooringal

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
St Alban's Anglican 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 Kooringal

What is the population of Kooringal?

Kooringal has a population of 6,972 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kooringal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,263, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kooringal?

Kooringal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.

How is the job market in Kooringal?

The unemployment rate in Kooringal is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $505. There are 662 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kooringal?

The median home value in Kooringal is $152,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

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