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Lake Wyangan, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Lake Wyangan is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 886. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
886 Population 1/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$31,096 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,096 median income, 0.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population886
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,096
Per Capita$31,096
Unemployment0.6%

Housing

B+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership87.2%
Housing Units354

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Population886
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates-34.2320°, 146.0208°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (441 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,096
Median Age44.0 years

About Lake Wyangan

Lake Wyangan is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 886. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Lake Wyangan has a population of 886 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

886
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
697.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lake Wyangan vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lake Wyangan is $31,096, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,096 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $598, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: Lake Wyangan vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,096
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,096
Avg Weekly Wage$598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Wyangan is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 87.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 354 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.2%
Owner-Occupied87.2%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units354

Property Tax

Climate in Lake Wyangan

Lake Wyangan has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 370 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 18.8° / 34.8° 28.1
Feb 25.5°C / 78°F 18.1° / 32.9° 32.1
Mar 22°C / 72°F 14.7° / 29.4° 27.7
Apr 17.9°C / 64°F 11° / 24.8° 22.2
May 12.9°C / 55°F 6.4° / 19.4° 27.5
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 4.6° / 15.8° 37.0
Jul 9.4°C / 49°F 3.5° / 15.3° 32.7
Aug 10.3°C / 51°F 3.7° / 16.9° 26.3
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 6.2° / 21.2° 31.0
Oct 17.5°C / 64°F 9.8° / 25.2° 33.3
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 14° / 29.3° 34.5
Dec 24.2°C / 76°F 16.4° / 31.9° 37.5
Lake Wyangan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area697.2 sq mi (1,805.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.2320°N, 146.0208°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.4"
54% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.73"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 18, 2005.

Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 120 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 124 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 92 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 116 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 110 km
Apr 1, 2001 23 km ESE of West Wyalong, Australia M2.8 135 km
Mar 4, 2002 2 km W of West Wyalong, Australia M2.7 112 km
Jul 16, 2000 47 km W of Temora, Australia M2.5 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.6 in
February 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 1.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Wettest
November 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in

Lake Wyangan has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Lake Wyangan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lake Wyangan Public School
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Museums in Lake Wyangan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Pioneer Park Museum

Libraries in Lake Wyangan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Griffith City Library0.0

Zoos in Lake Wyangan

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Wyangan Oasis

Golf Courses in Lake Wyangan

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goolgowi Golf Course

Airports Near Lake Wyangan

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Griffith AirportGFFMedium Airport
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Coleambally AirportSmall Airport
Coleambally Airport No.2Small Airport
Dallas AirportSmall Airport
Goolgowi AirportSmall Airport
Hillston AirportSmall Airport
Leeton AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Wyangan

What is the population of Lake Wyangan?

Lake Wyangan has a population of 886 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 697.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lake Wyangan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,096, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lake Wyangan?

Lake Wyangan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches.

How is the job market in Lake Wyangan?

The job market in Lake Wyangan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $598. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lake Wyangan?

The median home value in Lake Wyangan is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 87.2%.

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