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Moonbi, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Moonbi is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,099. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,099 Population 4/sq mi density
1,526 ft Elevation 465 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,308 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,308 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,099
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,308
Per Capita$22,308
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership82.5%
Housing Units440

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Population1,099
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Coordinates-31.0178°, 151.0706°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,308
Median Age50.0 years

About Moonbi

Moonbi is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,099. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Moonbi has a population of 1,099 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 272.7 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,099
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
272.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moonbi vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moonbi is $22,308, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,308 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $429, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: Moonbi vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,308
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,308
Avg Weekly Wage$429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moonbi is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 82.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 440 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.5%
Owner-Occupied82.5%
Renter-Occupied17.5%
Housing Units440

Property Tax

Climate in Moonbi

Moonbi has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 686 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.2°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29° 51.2
Feb 22.8°C / 73°F 17.6° / 28.1° 117.1
Mar 21°C / 70°F 15.4° / 26.6° 69.7
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12° / 23.5° 55.0
May 14.3°C / 58°F 7.8° / 20.8° 40.6
Jun 12.2°C / 54°F 6.3° / 18° 57.9
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.7° / 17.4° 38.0
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 5.6° / 19.1° 39.2
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 8.2° / 22.5° 30.8
Oct 17.5°C / 64°F 10.8° / 24.2° 39.6
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 13.7° / 25.1° 82.7
Dec 21.4°C / 71°F 15.7° / 27° 64.6
Moonbi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Area272.7 sq mi (706.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-31.0178°N, 151.0706°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.09"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 1, 2025.

Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 149 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 150 km
Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 71 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 69 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 145 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
March 69°F (20°C) 1.6 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
August 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Moonbi has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 49°F in June to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Moonbi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Moonbi Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Moonbi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Moonbi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moffat Wagon
Moonbi Museum
Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum
Tamworth Powerstation Museum

Libraries in Moonbi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kootingal Library0.0
South Tamworth Library0.0
Tamworth City Library0.0

Hotels in Moonbi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendemeer Hotel

Gas Stations in Moonbi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol

Airports Near Moonbi

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Armidale AirportARMMedium Airport
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Attunga Private airstrp-Small Airport
Barraba Airport-Small Airport
Dunmore Manila Airport-Small Airport
Goonoo Goonoo Airport-Small Airport
Heathcote Emergency Airport-Small Airport
Kelvin Station Airport-Small Airport
Lake Keepit Airport-Small Airport
Manilla Paragliding-Small Airport
Mount Sandon Airport-Small Airport
Quirindi AirportUIRSmall Airport
the airstrip-Small Airport
Uralla Private strip?-Small Airport
Walcha AirportWLCSmall Airport
Walcha Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wallabadah Airport-Small Airport
Wilson's Creek Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Woodville Airport-Small Airport
Woolomin Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Moonbi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moonbi LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moonbi

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Scots Presbyterian Church
St Peters

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Meteorites
1
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 Moonbi

What is the population of Moonbi?

Moonbi has a population of 1,099 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 272.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moonbi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,308, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moonbi?

Moonbi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

How is the job market in Moonbi?

Moonbi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $429. There are 104 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moonbi?

The median home value in Moonbi is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 82.5%.

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