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Mawson, Australia

Australian Capital Territory · Australia

Mawson is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 3,163. Elevation: 2,100 ft (640 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,163 Population 3,163/sq mi density
2,100 ft Elevation 640 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$39,140 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,140 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,163
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density3,163/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$39,140
Per Capita$39,140
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership63.7%
Housing Units1,265

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Population3,163
Population Density3,163 / sq mi
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Coordinates-35.3634°, 149.0986°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceAustralian Capital Territory
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (832 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.0 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$39,140
Median Age38.0 years

About Mawson

Mawson is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 3,163. The city sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet (640 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Mawson has a population of 3,163 with a density of 3,163 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,163
Total Population
3,163
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mawson vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mawson is $39,140, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,140. The average weekly wage is $753, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 300 business establishments.

Income: Mawson vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,140
48% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$39,140
Avg Weekly Wage$753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)300

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mawson is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 63.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,265 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.7%
Owner-Occupied63.7%
Renter-Occupied36.3%
Housing Units1,265

Property Tax

Climate in Mawson

Mawson has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 841 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.1° 80.0
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 14.3° / 28.1° 57.1
Mar 18.3°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.2° 56.4
Apr 14°C / 57°F 7.1° / 20.9° 25.8
May 9.6°C / 49°F 2.6° / 16.6° 55.3
Jun 7.3°C / 45°F 1.5° / 13.1° 81.3
Jul 6.2°C / 43°F 0° / 12.4° 78.8
Aug 7.4°C / 45°F 0.7° / 14° 82.6
Sep 10.6°C / 51°F 3.6° / 17.7° 95.7
Oct 13.9°C / 57°F 6.7° / 21.1° 75.3
Nov 17.3°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.7° 80.7
Dec 20°C / 68°F 12.6° / 27.3° 71.5
Mawson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 32.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,163/sq mi
Coordinates-35.3634°N, 149.0986°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.7"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 1.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 136 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 131 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 47 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 63 km
Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 129 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 141 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 103 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 117 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 140 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 114 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 62 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 123 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 39 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 112 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 64 km
Feb 27, 2002 10 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.0 115 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 74 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 97 km
Jun 20, 2002 10 km NW of Boorowa, Australia M2.9 119 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in Wettest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in

Mawson has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Mawson

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Canberra Christian School - - - -
Mawson Primary School - - - -
Mawson Primary School - - - -
Mawson Primary School - - - -
Mawson Primary School - - - -
Mawson Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mawson

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
NIGE! alternative rock, classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC AFL live sports, sports talk AAC 238 kbps

Museums in Mawson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian War Memorial
Calthorpes House
Canberra Fire Museum
Canberra Museum and Gallery
Canberra Railway Museum
Canberra Railway Museum
Canberra Space Centre
Hall School Museum
Lanyon Homestead
Museum of Australian Democracy
National Archives of Australia
National Capital Exhibition
National Dinosaur Museum
National Film & Sound Archive
Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum
Queanbeyan Printing Museum
St Johns Schoolhouse Museum
Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum

Libraries in Mawson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ACT Heritage Library0.0
ACT Public Library Erindale0.0
ANU Law Library0.0
ArchivesACT0.0
ArchivesACT0.0
Belconnen Library0.0
Black Mountain Library0.0
Black Mountain Library0.0
Civic Library0.0
Civic Library0.0
CSIRO Black Mountain0.0
Dickson Library0.0
Dickson Library0.0
Dickson Library0.0
Gungahlin Public Library0.0
Hancock Library East Wing0.0
Hancock Library West Wing0.0
JB Chifley Building0.0
Kingston Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
Kippax Public Library0.0
Meg's Toy Box0.0
Meg's Toy Box0.0
National Centre for Australian Children's Literature0.0
National Centre for Australian Children's Literature0.0
National Library of Australia0.0
Old Senior School Library0.0
Queanbeyan City Council Library0.0
R.G. Menzies Library0.0
Research Library of the National Museum of Australia0.0
Research Library of the National Museum of Australia0.0
School of Art Library0.0
School of Art Library0.0
Senior Library0.0
Tuggeranong Library0.0
Woden Library0.0
Woden Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mawson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capital Food Market
Capital Region Farmers Market
Capital Region Farmers Market
Lanyon Marketplace

Restaurants in Mawson

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Manoosh Lebanese Bakery
Al Manoosh Lebanese Bakery
Gold Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Johno's takeaway
Kami
Kami
Mad Monkey
Mul Chowk Kitchen
Thai Eatery Mawson

Cafes in Mawson

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brunos Truffels
Delight Sandwich Bar
Guru Coffee
Lil Milkbar
Mad Monkey
Queenies Cafe

Dentists in Mawson

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Informed Dentistry
Mawson Dental Care

Gas Stations in Mawson

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Ampol

Gyms in Mawson

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Club Lime
Power Flow Pilates

Breweries in Mawson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Attitude
Attitude

Stadiums & Teams in Mawson

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Ski Resorts Near Mawson

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Selwyn Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Mawson

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Canberra AirportCBRMedium Airport
Goulburn AirportGULMedium Airport
Adaminaby Airport-Small Airport
Bakblok Airport-Small Airport
Bondo Airstrip-Small Airport
Braidwood Airport-Small Airport
Cabramurra Airport-Small Airport
Collector Airport-Small Airport
Currandooley Airport-Small Airport
Gundaroo Airport-Small Airport
Hall Airport-Small Airport
Wallaroo Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Wee Jasper Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Mawson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post Mawson

Treatment Centers in Mawson

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic
Belconnen Chiropractic Centre
Belconnen Mall Medical Centre
Canberra Complementary Health Practice
Central Outpatients
Child Health Clinic
Chiropractic Life
ICON Cancer Centre Canberra
Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic
Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics
QSCAN Bruce
Western Creek Medical Practice

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mawson

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Vishu Shiva Mandir

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 Mawson

What is the population of Mawson?

Mawson has a population of 3,163 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3,163 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Mawson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $39,140, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mawson?

Mawson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.

How is the job market in Mawson?

Mawson has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $753. There are 300 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mawson?

The median home value in Mawson is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 63.7%.

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