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Menindee, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Menindee is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 605. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
605 Population 9/sq mi density
220 ft Elevation 67 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
11.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,542 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$17,542 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$103,600 home value, $518/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population605
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$17,542
Per Capita$17,542
Unemployment7.3%

Housing

B
Home Value$103,600
Rent$518
Ownership61.3%
Housing Units242

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Population605
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates-32.3929°, 142.4182°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation11.4 inches (290 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,542
Median Age50.0 years

About Menindee

Menindee is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 605. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Menindee has a population of 605 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 65.6 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

605
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
65.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Menindee vs Australia Average

The median household income in Menindee is $17,542, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,542 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $337, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Menindee vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,542
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,542
Avg Weekly Wage$337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Menindee is $103,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 61.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 242 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$518
55% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.3%
Owner-Occupied61.3%
Renter-Occupied38.7%
Housing Units242

Property Tax

Climate in Menindee

Menindee has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 251 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 20.5° / 35.1° 35.5
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 19.5° / 34.1° 21.0
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 16.2° / 30.3° 15.1
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 11.2° / 25.2° 16.5
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.3° / 21.3° 17.1
Jun 11.7°C / 53°F 5.6° / 17.8° 18.3
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.6° / 17.5° 19.1
Aug 12.7°C / 55°F 5.8° / 19.6° 17.0
Sep 16.4°C / 62°F 9.2° / 23.6° 21.3
Oct 20°C / 68°F 12.5° / 27.6° 20.3
Nov 22.7°C / 73°F 15.2° / 30.2° 26.2
Dec 25.8°C / 78°F 18° / 33.7° 23.5
Menindee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area65.6 sq mi (170.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-32.3929°N, 142.4182°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.4"
70% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 4, 2025.

Jan 4, 2025 73 km NE of Broken Hill, Australia M4.4 102 km
Jun 24, 2021 New South Wales, Australia M4.3 125 km
Aug 13, 2014 87 km NNE of Wentworth, Australia M4.0 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.8 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in

Menindee has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Menindee

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Menindee Central School
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Radio Stations near Menindee

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Menindee

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Albemarle Hotel
Maidens Hotel

Monuments in Menindee

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kinchega National Park Office

Train Stations in Menindee

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Menindee Station

Gas Stations in Menindee

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex

Golf Courses in Menindee

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Menindee Golf Club

Airports Near Menindee

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barraroo AirstripSmall Airport
Bindara AirstripSmall Airport
Bono Station AirportSmall Airport
Cuthero AirportSmall Airport
four mile lake airstripSmall Airport
Karoola AirportSmall Airport
Menindee airfieldSmall Airport
Menindee airfield no 4Small Airport
Menindee AirportSmall Airport
Menindee Number 2 AirportSmall Airport
Menindee Number 3 AirportSmall Airport
Tandou Lake AirportSmall Airport
Whurlie Station AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Menindee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Menindee Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Menindee

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Uniting Church

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Meteorites
5
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 Menindee

What is the population of Menindee?

Menindee has a population of 605 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 65.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Menindee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,542, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,600 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Menindee?

Menindee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.4 inches.

How is the job market in Menindee?

The unemployment rate in Menindee is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $337. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Menindee?

The median home value in Menindee is $103,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $518. The homeownership rate is 61.3%.

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