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Lockhart, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Lockhart is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,030. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,030 Population 1/sq mi density
512 ft Elevation 156 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,280 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$20,280 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $549/mo rent

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About Lockhart

Lockhart

Lockhart is a town in the Riverina Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the location of the Lockhart Shire Council. At the 2016 census, Lockhart had a population of 818 people.

People

Population1,030
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,280
Per Capita$20,280
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

B+
Home Value$109,800
Rent$549
Ownership79.0%
Housing Units412

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Population1,030
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates-35.2233°, 146.7182°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (518 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,280
Median Age51.0 years

About Lockhart

Lockhart is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,030. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Lockhart has a population of 1,030 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,972.1 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,030
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
1,972.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lockhart vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lockhart is $20,280, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,280 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $390, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Lockhart vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,280
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,280
Avg Weekly Wage$390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lockhart is $109,800, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $549 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 412 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$549
53% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
Housing Units412

Property Tax

Lockhart enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area1,972.1 sq mi (5,107.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2233°N, 146.7182°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.05"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 20, 2005.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 145 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 117 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 100 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 91 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 142 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 77 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 132 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 124 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 80 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 143 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 127 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M2.5 125 km
Jul 16, 2000 47 km W of Temora, Australia M2.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in
February 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in Wettest
November 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in

Lockhart has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.1") and March the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Lockhart

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lockhart Central School
St Joseph's Primary School
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Radio Stations near Lockhart

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Lockhart

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Greens Gunyah Museum

Hotels in Lockhart

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commercial Hotel
Railway Hotel

Restaurants in Lockhart

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lockhart Ex-Servicemens Club

Cafes in Lockhart

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluebird Cafe

Gas Stations in Lockhart

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #346879653
BP

Banks in Lockhart

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Golf Courses in Lockhart

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boree Creek Golf Course
Lockhart Golf Course

Airports Near Lockhart

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Bullawa AirstripSmall Airport
Dallas AirportSmall Airport
Federation Hsd AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Leeton AirportSmall Airport
Lockhart AirstripSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
Urana AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lockhart

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lockhart Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lockhart

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Presbyterian Church
St Joseph's

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 Lockhart

What is the population of Lockhart?

Lockhart has a population of 1,030 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,972.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lockhart expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,280, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,800 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $549 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lockhart?

Lockhart enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Lockhart?

Lockhart has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $390. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lockhart?

The median home value in Lockhart is $109,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $549. The homeownership rate is 79.0%.

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