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Marrangaroo, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Marrangaroo is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 915. Elevation: 2,992 ft (912 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
915 Population 1/sq mi density
2,992 ft Elevation 912 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,020 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,020 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$198,800 home value, $994/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population915
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,020
Per Capita$28,020
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$198,800
Rent$994
Ownership92.2%
Housing Units366

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)
Population915
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)
Coordinates-33.4333°, 150.1167°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$28,020
Median Age38.0 years

About Marrangaroo

Marrangaroo is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 915. The city sits at an elevation of 2,992 feet (912 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Marrangaroo has a population of 915 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

915
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
1,987.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Marrangaroo vs Australia Average

The median household income in Marrangaroo is $28,020, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,020 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $539, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 87 business establishments.

Income: Marrangaroo vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,020
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,020
Avg Weekly Wage$539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Marrangaroo is $198,800, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $994 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 92.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 366 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,800
29% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$994
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.2%
Owner-Occupied92.2%
Renter-Occupied7.8%
Housing Units366

Property Tax

Climate in Marrangaroo

Marrangaroo has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1030 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 13.9° / 25.2° 120.9
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 13.3° / 23.2° 166.0
Mar 16°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.5° 141.4
Apr 13.4°C / 56°F 9.1° / 17.6° 63.4
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6.1° / 13.4° 52.6
Jun 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.1° 85.9
Jul 6.2°C / 43°F 2.7° / 9.6° 46.3
Aug 7.2°C / 45°F 3° / 11.4° 41.4
Sep 10.1°C / 50°F 5.4° / 14.8° 55.3
Oct 13°C / 55°F 7.9° / 18.2° 76.6
Nov 15.3°C / 60°F 9.9° / 20.7° 93.7
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 11.8° / 22.9° 86.0
Marrangaroo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,992 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)
Area1,987.2 sq mi (5,146.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4333°N, 150.1167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M5.3 116 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 120 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 134 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 136 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 135 km
Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 108 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 136 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 110 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 96 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 80 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 147 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 56 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 144 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 139 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 108 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 123 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 94 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 76 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 86 km
Feb 20, 2005 19 km S of Cowra, Australia M2.9 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (6°C) 2.3 in
August 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in

Marrangaroo has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (2.1").

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Radio Stations near Marrangaroo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pulse 89.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Blue Mountains MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Marrangaroo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eskbank House
Lithgow Mine State Heritage Park
Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum
Mount Victoria Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Marrangaroo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blackheath Library0.0
Lithgow Library0.0
Portland Library0.0
Rydal Library0.0
Wallerawang Library0.0

Restaurants in Marrangaroo

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bushman's Restaurant
Lithgow Golf Club Bistro

Gas Stations in Marrangaroo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United

Golf Courses in Marrangaroo

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lithgow Golf Club

Airports Near Marrangaroo

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
airlie private stripSmall Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.1Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.2Small Airport
Gingkin AirfieldSmall Airport
Katoomba AirportSmall Airport
Limekilns airfieldSmall Airport
Pipers AirfieldSmall Airport
Rylstone AerodromeSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

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 Marrangaroo

What is the population of Marrangaroo?

Marrangaroo has a population of 915 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Marrangaroo expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,020, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,800 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Marrangaroo?

Marrangaroo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.

How is the job market in Marrangaroo?

The job market in Marrangaroo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $539. There are 87 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Marrangaroo?

The median home value in Marrangaroo is $198,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $994. The homeownership rate is 92.2%.

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