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Moruya Heads, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Moruya Heads is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 936. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
936 Population 1/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,133 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$24,133 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population936
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,133
Per Capita$24,133
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership78.5%
Housing Units374

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population936
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-35.9177°, 150.1538°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,133
Median Age51.0 years

About Moruya Heads

Moruya Heads is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 936. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Moruya Heads has a population of 936 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

936
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
1,665.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moruya Heads vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moruya Heads is $24,133, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,133 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $464, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Moruya Heads vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,133
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,133
Avg Weekly Wage$464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moruya Heads is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 374 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.5%
Housing Units374

Property Tax

Climate in Moruya Heads

Moruya Heads has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 910 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 17.1° / 24° 87.5
Feb 20.5°C / 69°F 17° / 24° 105.6
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 15.6° / 23.2° 86.2
Apr 17.2°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.5° 65.6
May 14.7°C / 58°F 10° / 19.4° 54.9
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 8° / 17.1° 96.6
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.7° 57.1
Aug 12.4°C / 54°F 7.2° / 17.6° 57.5
Sep 14.3°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.3° 50.3
Oct 15.9°C / 61°F 11.3° / 20.5° 77.6
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 13.5° / 21.3° 83.6
Dec 19°C / 66°F 15.4° / 22.6° 87.9
Moruya Heads enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area1,665.9 sq mi (4,314.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.9177°N, 150.1538°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 99 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 117 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 144 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 110 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 148 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 117 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 146 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
February 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 53°F (11°C) 3.6 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in

Moruya Heads has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 52°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.6").

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Museums in Moruya Heads

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moruya District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Moruya Heads

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Batemans Bay Community Library0.0
Moruya Library And Visitor Centre0.0

Gas Stations in Moruya Heads

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #463419206
AU #463419207

Breweries in Moruya Heads

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broule Brewhouse
Malt Man Brewing

Airports Near Moruya Heads

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Braidwood AirportSmall Airport
Currandooley AirportSmall 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 Moruya Heads

What is the population of Moruya Heads?

Moruya Heads has a population of 936 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moruya Heads expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,133, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Moruya Heads?

Moruya Heads enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.

How is the job market in Moruya Heads?

The job market in Moruya Heads is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $464. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moruya Heads?

The median home value in Moruya Heads is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 78.5%.

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