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Milton, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Milton is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,616. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

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C Fair
1,616 Population 1,325/sq mi density
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,348 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$20,348 median income, 2.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$215,800 home value, $1,079/mo rent

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About Milton

Milton

Milton is a village in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, within the City of Shoalhaven. It was founded in 1860, named after the property of post master George Knight and became an important regional centre during the 19th Century. Today, Milton remains one of the two main commercial centres of the Milton-Ulladulla district, with a population at the 2016 census of 1,663. It is a popular stopping place for travellers on the Princes Highway which runs through the centre of town. In recent years, Milton has undergone a resurgence largely influenced by the local tourism industry and an influx of residents to the district seeking a seachange. Several new housing estates are being developed on the fringes of the village and new boutique stores, cafes and bed and breakfast type businesses have located in the town.

People

Population1,616
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density1,325/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$20,348
Per Capita$20,348
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$215,800
Rent$1,079
Ownership82.7%
Housing Units646

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Population1,616
Population Density1,325 / sq mi
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates-35.3164°, 150.4361°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,057 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,348
Median Age55.0 years

About Milton

Milton is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,616. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Milton has a population of 1,616 with a density of 1,325 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,616
Total Population
1,325
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above Australia avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Milton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Milton is $20,348, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,348 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $391, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 154 business establishments.

Income: Milton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,348
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,348
Avg Weekly Wage$391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)154

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Milton is $215,800, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,079 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 82.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 646 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,800
23% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,079
7% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.7%
Owner-Occupied82.7%
Renter-Occupied17.3%
Housing Units646

Property Tax

Climate in Milton

Milton has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.1°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1125 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.1°C / 70°F 17.6° / 24.6° 80.1
Feb 20.9°C / 70°F 17.8° / 24° 134.2
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 16.4° / 23.3° 107.4
Apr 17.7°C / 64°F 14° / 21.4° 105.9
May 15.4°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.1° 79.0
Jun 13.5°C / 56°F 10.1° / 16.9° 134.2
Jul 12.8°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.5° 80.2
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.3° 76.1
Sep 15.2°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.4° 69.1
Oct 16.7°C / 62°F 12.6° / 20.8° 97.8
Nov 18°C / 64°F 14.3° / 21.8° 89.0
Dec 19.6°C / 67°F 16.2° / 23° 72.1
Milton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,325/sq mi
Coordinates-35.3164°N, 150.4361°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
10% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.31"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 107 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 127 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 147 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 128 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 104 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 134 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 130 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 137 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 129 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 148 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 139 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 139 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 136 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
February 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 5.3 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in

Milton has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Milton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Milton Public School
St Mary's Star of the Sea
Budawang School
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Radio Stations near Milton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Milton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Step Back In Time Museum

Libraries in Milton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Milton Library0.0
Sanctuary Point Library0.0
Ulladulla Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Milton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Milton Village Market

Restaurants in Milton

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baar Woodfired
Milton Woodfire Pizza Cafe
What's Up Bowl

Cafes in Milton

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beurre Moisette Patisserie
Driftwood Cafe
Duke & Co.
Kindred Coffee
Milkhaus
Pilgrims Vegetarian Cafe

Theatres in Milton

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Milton Theatre

Monuments in Milton

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boolgatta Homestead

Dentists in Milton

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Denture Clinic

Veterinaries in Milton

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Milton Village Vet

Gas Stations in Milton

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Milton
IGA Milton Petrol

Banks in Milton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Airports Near Milton

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goulburn AirportGULMedium Airport
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Braidwood AirportSmall Airport
Cambewarra AirstripSmall Airport
Jaspers Brush AirfieldSmall Airport
Jervis Bay AirportSmall Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) AirstripSmall Airport
Robertson AirstripSmall Airport
Southern tablelands gliding clubSmall Airport

Post Offices in Milton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Milton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Milton

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Milton Uniting Church
St Mary's Star of the Sea
St. Peter and St. Paul Anglican Church

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Waterfalls
8
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Milton

What is the population of Milton?

Milton has a population of 1,616 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,325 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Milton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,348, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $215,800 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,079 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Milton?

Milton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.

How is the job market in Milton?

The job market in Milton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $391. There are 154 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Milton?

The median home value in Milton is $215,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,079. The homeownership rate is 82.7%.

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