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Lake Illawarra, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Lake Illawarra is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,120. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

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C Fair
3,120 Population 40/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,550 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
2.4 / 5.0
$20,550 median income, 6.2% unemployment
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Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$184,800 home value, $924/mo rent

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About Lake Illawarra

Lake Illawarra is a suburb of Shellharbour, New South Wales, Australia located on the southern side of the Lake Illawarra entrance. Average annual precipitation is 1,352 millimetres. The rainiest month is February, with an average of 211 mm of precipitation, and the driest is July, with 36 mm of precipitation.

People

Population3,120
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density40/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,550
Per Capita$20,550
Unemployment6.2%

Housing

D
Home Value$184,800
Rent$924
Ownership49.7%
Housing Units1,248

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population3,120
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-34.5466°, 150.8565°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,550
Median Age43.0 years

About Lake Illawarra

Lake Illawarra is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,120. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Lake Illawarra has a population of 3,120 with a density of 40 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,120
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
77.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lake Illawarra vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lake Illawarra is $20,550, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,550 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $395, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 296 business establishments.

Income: Lake Illawarra vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,550
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,550
Avg Weekly Wage$395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)296

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Illawarra is $184,800, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 49.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,248 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,800
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership49.7%
Owner-Occupied49.7%
Renter-Occupied50.3%
Housing Units1,248

Property Tax

Climate in Lake Illawarra

Lake Illawarra has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 17.2° / 26.9° 70.1
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.4° 136.7
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.3° 107.4
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.3° 65.3
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.7° 57.3
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.1° 77.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6.2° / 17.8° 56.0
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.8° 66.5
Sep 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.3° 44.0
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 74.5
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 13.4° / 24.2° 77.5
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15.4° / 25.7° 66.9
Lake Illawarra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area77.4 sq mi (200.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5466°N, 150.8565°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 37 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 45 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 64 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 85 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 48 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 108 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 36 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 66 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 145 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
February 71°F (22°C) 5.5 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in

Lake Illawarra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Lake Illawarra

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lake Illawarra South Public School — — — —
Warilla North Public School — — — —
Lake Illawarra High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Lake Illawarra

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
i98FM — MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Lake Illawarra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Black Diamond Heritage Centre
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Gerringong Heritage Museum
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Light Railway Museum
Science Space
Science Space
Shellharbour City Museum
The Old Court House
The Old Court House
The Pilots Cottage Museum
Tongarra Museum

Libraries in Lake Illawarra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albion Park library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
Gerringong Library0.0
Kiama Library0.0
Oak Flats Library0.0
Shellharbour Branch Library0.0
Shellharbour City Library0.0
Thirroul Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lake Illawarra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kiama Farmers Market

Restaurants in Lake Illawarra

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akira Sushi

Cafes in Lake Illawarra

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Els

Clinics in Lake Illawarra

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Australian GP Group Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Lake Illawarra

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven Lake Illawarra
EG Australia

Shopping Malls in Lake Illawarra

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Warilla Grove Shopping Centre

Gyms in Lake Illawarra

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plus Fitness

Breweries in Lake Illawarra

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Resin Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Lake Illawarra

TeamLeagueDivision
WIN Entertainment Centre
WIN Stadium

Airports Near Lake Illawarra

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowral Private Airfield—Small Airport
Bullio Airport—Small Airport
Cambewarra Airstrip—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield—Small Airport
Jervis Bay Airport—Small Airport
Mittagong Airport—Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip—Small Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield—Small Airport
Tadji Park Airstrip—Small Airport
The Oaks Airport—Small Airport
Tucker Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Wedderburn Aerodrome—Small Airport
Wilton Airport—Small Airport
Yerranderie Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Lake Illawarra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Warilla Post Office

Treatment Centers in Lake Illawarra

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Illawarra Cancer Care Centre
Illawarra Radiology Group
Wollongong Campus Medical Centre

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 Lake Illawarra

What is the population of Lake Illawarra?

Lake Illawarra has a population of 3,120 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lake Illawarra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,550, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $184,800 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lake Illawarra?

Lake Illawarra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

How is the job market in Lake Illawarra?

The unemployment rate in Lake Illawarra is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $395. There are 296 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lake Illawarra?

The median home value in Lake Illawarra is $184,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $924. The homeownership rate is 49.7%.

Nearby Cities

Warilla 6,377 pop · 0.4 mi Mount Warrigal 4,811 pop · 1.1 mi Windang 2,626 pop · 1.1 mi Barrack Heights 5,834 pop · 1.2 mi Blackbutt 3,282 pop · 2.0 mi Oak Flats 6,427 pop · 2.2 mi Flinders 6,558 pop · 2.5 mi Shellharbour 3,552 pop · 2.6 mi Shell Cove 5,497 pop · 3.0 mi Primbee 1,639 pop · 3.2 mi Albion Park Rail 6,809 pop · 3.9 mi Koonawarra 3,637 pop · 4.1 mi Lake Heights 3,766 pop · 4.3 mi Berkeley 7,559 pop · 4.4 mi
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