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Lake Munmorah, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Lake Munmorah is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 5,128. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
5,128 Population 6/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,125 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$21,125 median income, 4.7% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Lake Munmorah

Lake Munmorah

Lake Munmorah is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.

People

Population5,128
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,125
Per Capita$21,125
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership81.6%
Housing Units2,051

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population5,128
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-33.1972°, 151.5824°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,125
Median Age50.0 years

About Lake Munmorah

Lake Munmorah is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 5,128. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Lake Munmorah has a population of 5,128 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,128
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
901.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lake Munmorah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lake Munmorah is $21,125, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,125 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $406, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 487 business establishments.

Income: Lake Munmorah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,125
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,125
Avg Weekly Wage$406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)487

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Munmorah is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 81.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,051 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, 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

Homeownership81.6%
Owner-Occupied81.6%
Renter-Occupied18.4%
Housing Units2,051

Property Tax

Climate in Lake Munmorah

Lake Munmorah 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
Lake Munmorah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area901.8 sq mi (2,335.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-33.1972°N, 151.5824°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.67"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.48"

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 43 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 M3.8 141 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 125 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 129 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 89 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 37 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 129 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 92 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 145 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 116 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 105 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 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
April 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in Driest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Lake Munmorah has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Lake Munmorah

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lake Munmorah High School — — — —
Lake Munmorah Public School — — — —
St Brendan's Catholic School — — — —
St Brigid's Catholic College — — — —
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Radio Stations near Lake Munmorah

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 Lake Munmorah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
RSL Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Lake Munmorah

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

Farmers Markets in Lake Munmorah

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

Cafes in Lake Munmorah

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Matt's Diner

Gas Stations in Lake Munmorah

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Breweries in Lake Munmorah

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

Stadiums & Teams in Lake Munmorah

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Airports Near Lake Munmorah

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra Airfield—Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Elderslie Airport—Small Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre Airfield—Small Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstrip—Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
Strowan—Small Airport
Warkworth Airport—Small Airport
Warnervale Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Lake Munmorah

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CSCAN Radiology
The Glen Centre

Explore Near Lake Munmorah

Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Munmorah

What is the population of Lake Munmorah?

Lake Munmorah has a population of 5,128 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lake Munmorah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,125, 72% 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 10.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lake Munmorah?

Lake Munmorah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Lake Munmorah?

Lake Munmorah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $406. There are 487 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lake Munmorah?

The median home value in Lake Munmorah is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 81.6%.

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