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Moama, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Moama is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,164. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,164 Population 1/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
20.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,187 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$23,187 median income, 3.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$177,400 home value, $887/mo rent

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About Moama

Moama

Moama is a town in the Murray region of southern New South Wales, Australia, in the Murray River Council local government area. The town is directly across the Murray River from the larger town of Echuca in the neighbouring state of Victoria, to which it is connected by a bridge. At the 2016 census, Moama had a population of 5,620.

People

Population6,164
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,187
Per Capita$23,187
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

C
Home Value$177,400
Rent$887
Ownership78.7%
Housing Units2,466

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Population6,164
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates-36.1041°, 144.7608°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,187
Median Age49.0 years

About Moama

Moama is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,164. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet (98 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Moama has a population of 6,164 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 9,354.0 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,164
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
9,354.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moama vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moama is $23,187, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,187 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $446, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 586 business establishments.

Income: Moama vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,187
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,187
Avg Weekly Wage$446

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)586

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moama is $177,400, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $887 (24% below the national average of $1,163). 78.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,466 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,400
37% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$887
24% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.7%
Owner-Occupied78.7%
Renter-Occupied21.3%
Housing Units2,466

Property Tax

Climate in Moama

Moama has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 394 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31.9° 29.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31° 23.8
Mar 20°C / 68°F 12.4° / 27.5° 18.3
Apr 16°C / 61°F 9° / 22.9° 27.9
May 12.2°C / 54°F 6.2° / 18.1° 34.1
Jun 9.5°C / 49°F 4.4° / 14.6° 40.6
Jul 8.6°C / 47°F 3.4° / 13.9° 40.4
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 3.8° / 15.4° 37.6
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 5.8° / 18.7° 36.7
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 8° / 23.1° 34.6
Nov 19°C / 66°F 11.2° / 26.8° 36.9
Dec 21.3°C / 70°F 13.2° / 29.4° 33.9
Moama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area9,354.0 sq mi (24,227.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.1041°N, 144.7608°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.3"
47% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.77"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.2 on Jun 22, 2013.

Oct 27, 2001 12 km ENE of Swan Hill, Australia M4.2 132 km
May 3, 1991 15 km W of Marong, Australia M3.4 99 km
Jun 22, 2000 10 km NW of Heathcote, Australia M3.3 85 km
Jan 22, 2002 5 km WNW of Rochester, Australia M3.3 28 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 126 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 142 km
Jun 11, 1990 60 km SW of Hay, Australia M3.2 135 km
Jun 8, 1991 9 km SW of Marong, Australia M3.1 99 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 121 km
Mar 10, 2003 Victoria, Australia M3.1 138 km
Nov 4, 2002 57 km SW of Hay, Australia M3.1 139 km
May 26, 2010 8 km E of Rochester, Australia M3.0 29 km
Apr 19, 2002 45 km N of Charlton, Australia M2.9 136 km
Feb 2, 2003 9 km N of Trentham, Australia M2.8 139 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 130 km
Aug 9, 2002 10 km ESE of Kyabram, Australia M2.5 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
June 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in

Moama has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 47°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.8") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Moama

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Moama Anglican Grammar School - - - -
Moama Public School - - - -
St Joseph's College - - - -
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Radio Stations near Moama

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Moama

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Holden Museum
Port of Echuca
Port of Echuca Discovery Centre

Libraries in Moama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campaspe Regional Library0.0

Hotels in Moama

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Madison Spa Resort Moama
Perricoota Vines Resort
River Country Inn

Restaurants in Moama

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Henry's Bridge Hotel

Cafes in Moama

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

3 Galahs Cafe
Beekeeper's Table
Odd Captain Cafe & Bar
Star Hotel
The Sweet Meadow
The Wren Courtyard
Three Black Sheep

Monuments in Moama

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Redgum Memorial Arch

Gas Stations in Moama

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #392713801
BP
Woolworths Petrol

Shopping Malls in Moama

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Moama Marketplace

Golf Courses in Moama

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rich River Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Moama

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Moama

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Deniliquin AirportDNQMedium Airport
Echuca AirportECHMedium Airport
Shepparton AirportSHTMedium Airport
Avonmore Airport-Small Airport
Bamawm Airport-Small Airport
Bendigo AirportBXGSmall Airport
Cohuna Airport-Small Airport
Derby Field-Small Airport
Elmore Airport-Small Airport
Gunbower Airport-Small Airport
Kotta Airport-Small Airport
Kyabram Airport-Small Airport
Locksley Field-Small Airport
Longwood Airport-Small Airport
Moama Airstrip-Small Airport
Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Prairie Airport-Small Airport
Pyramid Hill Airport-Small Airport
Raywood Airfield-Small Airport
Skydive Nagambie Airport-Small Airport
Torrumbarry Airport-Small Airport
Wahring Field-Small Airport
Woodvale Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Moama

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moama Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moama

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church of Australia
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St Aloysius Francis

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 Moama

What is the population of Moama?

Moama has a population of 6,164 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 9,354.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moama expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,187, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $177,400 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moama?

Moama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches.

How is the job market in Moama?

Moama has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $446. There are 586 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moama?

The median home value in Moama is $177,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $887. The homeownership rate is 78.7%.

Nearby Cities

Echuca 15,056 pop · 2.6 mi Tongala 1,881 pop · 15.1 mi Rochester 2,971 pop · 18.2 mi Kyabram 7,099 pop · 21.7 mi Nathalia 1,830 pop · 25.0 mi Tatura 4,474 pop · 34.9 mi Rushworth 1,315 pop · 36.3 mi Cohuna 2,336 pop · 36.6 mi Numurkah 4,396 pop · 38.1 mi Mooroopna 8,312 pop · 38.7 mi Shepparton 32,067 pop · 40.4 mi Deniliquin 7,793 pop · 41.0 mi Strathmerton 1,044 pop · 42.0 mi Kialla 6,608 pop · 43.4 mi
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