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Leeton, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Leeton is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 8,634. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,634 Population 17/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$25,789 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$25,789 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,634
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density17/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,789
Per Capita$25,789
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership68.4%
Housing Units3,454

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population8,634
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates-34.5511°, 146.4048°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation17.8 inches (453 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,789
Median Age38.0 years

About Leeton

Leeton is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 8,634. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Leeton has a population of 8,634 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 495.5 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,634
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
495.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Leeton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Leeton is $25,789, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,789 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $496, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 820 business establishments.

Income: Leeton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,789
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,789
Avg Weekly Wage$496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)820

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Leeton is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,454 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units3,454

Property Tax

Climate in Leeton

Leeton has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 398 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.6°C / 80°F 19° / 34.2° 22.0
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 18.2° / 32.4° 38.4
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 15.5° / 29.1° 44.4
Apr 18°C / 64°F 11.7° / 24.3° 24.6
May 13.2°C / 56°F 7.6° / 18.9° 23.3
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.3° 39.8
Jul 9.8°C / 50°F 5° / 14.5° 34.7
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 5.1° / 16.2° 38.7
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 7.5° / 20.3° 26.8
Oct 17.8°C / 64°F 10.7° / 24.9° 32.4
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 14.5° / 29.2° 38.0
Dec 24°C / 75°F 16.5° / 31.4° 35.1
Leeton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 47°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area495.5 sq mi (1,283.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5511°N, 146.4048°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 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 89 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 86 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 126 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 83 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 107 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 133 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 101 km
Apr 1, 2001 23 km ESE of West Wyalong, Australia M2.8 116 km
Mar 4, 2002 2 km W of West Wyalong, Australia M2.7 100 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M2.5 134 km
Jul 16, 2000 47 km W of Temora, Australia M2.5 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
February 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in
July 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Wettest
November 67°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in

Leeton has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 47°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (1.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Leeton

Institution Type Founded Website
Leeton TAFE University
Narrandera TAFE College
Yanco Agricultural Institute University

Schools in Leeton

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Joseph's Primary School
Leeton Public School
Leeton High School
St Francis de Sales Regional College
Parkview Public School
Wamoon Public School
Gralee School
OneSchool Global NSW Leeton
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Radio Stations near Leeton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Leeton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
John O'Brien Heritage House
Leeton Museum and Art Gallery
Parkside Museum
Whitton Courthouse and Historical Museum
Yanco Powerhouse Museum
Yanco Powerhouse Museum

Libraries in Leeton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leeton Shire Major Dooley Library0.0
Narrandera Shire Library0.0

Hotels in Leeton

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leeton Heritage Motor Inn
Leeton Hotel

Restaurants in Leeton

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benvenuti
Chan's Hong Kong Restaurant
Tangs Family Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Leeton

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jarrah Cafe & Catering
La Fresco Cafe
Stir Espresso

Cinemas in Leeton

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roxy Community Theatre

Train Stations in Leeton

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leeton
Leeton Station

Bus Stations in Leeton

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leeton Town Coach Stop

Gas Stations in Leeton

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Ampol
BP Leeton
EG Australia
Shell
United

Banks in Leeton

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Shopping Malls in Leeton

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leeton Centrepoint Shopping Mall
Leeton Market Plaza

Gyms in Leeton

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Rise & Shine Fitness

Golf Courses in Leeton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leeton Golf Course

Breweries in Leeton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Voyager Malt

Airports Near Leeton

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Griffith AirportGFFMedium Airport
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Ardlethan AirportSmall Airport
Coleambally AirportSmall Airport
Coleambally Airport No.2Small Airport
Dallas AirportSmall Airport
Goolgowi AirportSmall Airport
Leeton AirportSmall Airport
Lockhart AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Leeton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Leeton Post Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Leeton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St John's Lutheran Church
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
St. Peter's Anglican Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Leeton

What is the population of Leeton?

Leeton has a population of 8,634 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 495.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Leeton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,789, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Leeton?

Leeton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches.

How is the job market in Leeton?

Leeton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $496. There are 820 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Leeton?

The median home value in Leeton is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.

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