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Mollymook, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Mollymook is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,083. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,083 Population 1/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,559 Median Income
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,559 median income, 4.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$211,200 home value, $1,056/mo rent

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About Mollymook

Mollymook

Mollymook is a town located on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia approximately three hours' drive south of Sydney within the City of Shoalhaven local government area. At the 2016 census, Mollymook had a population of 1,083 while the adjacent locality of Mollymook Beach was home to a further 2,447 people. Geographically, Mollymook is considered part of the Milton-Ulladulla district, a coastal corridor of urban development stretching from Burrill Lake, south of Ulladulla to Mollymook's northern neighbour, Narrawallee and the historic town of Milton a few kilometres inland.

People

Population1,083
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,559
Per Capita$23,559
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$211,200
Rent$1,056
Ownership79.6%
Housing Units433

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population1,083
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates-35.3411°, 150.4695°
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$23,559
Median Age55.0 years

About Mollymook

Mollymook is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,083. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 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.

Mollymook has a population of 1,083 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,083
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above Australia avg
2,231.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mollymook vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mollymook is $23,559, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,559 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $453, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments.

Income: Mollymook vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,559
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,559
Avg Weekly Wage$453

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mollymook is $211,200, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,056 (9% below the national average of $1,163). 79.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 433 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,200
25% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,056
9% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.6%
Owner-Occupied79.6%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units433

Property Tax

Climate in Mollymook

Mollymook 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
Mollymook 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 115 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

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area2,231.6 sq mi (5,779.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.3411°N, 150.4695°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
10% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.35"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 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 M3.9 110 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 129 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 150 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 132 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 107 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 138 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 134 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 141 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 131 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 142 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 143 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 140 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 108 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 (20°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
December 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in

Mollymook has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in August to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Mollymook

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Budawang School
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Museums in Mollymook

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Step Back In Time Museum

Libraries in Mollymook

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

Farmers Markets in Mollymook

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Milton Village Market

Restaurants in Mollymook

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brakers Cafe

Cafes in Mollymook

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mollymook Beach Hut

Golf Courses in Mollymook

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mollymook Beachside Gold Course

Airports Near Mollymook

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

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 Mollymook

What is the population of Mollymook?

Mollymook has a population of 1,083 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mollymook expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,559, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $211,200 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mollymook?

Mollymook 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 Mollymook?

Mollymook has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $453. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mollymook?

The median home value in Mollymook is $211,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,056. The homeownership rate is 79.6%.

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