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Mount Austin, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Mount Austin is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,897. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,897 Population 2/sq mi density
699 ft Elevation 213 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,686 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$20,686 median income, 7.0% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Mount Austin

Mount Austin

Mount Austin is an inner southern suburb of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia. Its boundaries are Fernleigh Road and Leavenworth Drive to the north and south respectively, whilst Glenfield Road and Willans Hill form the western and eastern extents.

People

Population3,897
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$20,686
Per Capita$20,686
Unemployment7.0%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership53.2%
Housing Units1,559

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Population3,897
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Coordinates-35.1368°, 147.3530°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,686
Median Age37.0 years

About Mount Austin

Mount Austin is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,897. The city sits at an elevation of 699 feet (213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Mount Austin has a population of 3,897 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,897
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
2,213.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mount Austin vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mount Austin is $20,686, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,686 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $398, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 370 business establishments.

Income: Mount Austin vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,686
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,686
Avg Weekly Wage$398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)370

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Austin is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 53.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,559 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.2%
Owner-Occupied53.2%
Renter-Occupied46.8%
Housing Units1,559

Property Tax

Climate in Mount Austin

Mount Austin has an average annual temperature of 9.1°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.4°C), the coldest is Feb (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C / 37°F -0.5° / 6.5° 173.8
Feb 2.3°C / 36°F -1.4° / 6.1° 136.2
Mar 4.9°C / 41°F 0.6° / 9.2° 110.1
Apr 9°C / 48°F 3.7° / 14.4° 98.2
May 12°C / 54°F 6.3° / 17.6° 95.9
Jun 14.2°C / 58°F 8.9° / 19.5° 95.4
Jul 16.4°C / 62°F 11.1° / 21.8° 114.7
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.5° / 21.1° 127.2
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.6° / 17.6° 115.4
Oct 9.2°C / 49°F 5° / 13.4° 174.0
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F 2.6° / 9.1° 172.7
Dec 3.6°C / 38°F 0.3° / 6.9° 179.3
Mount Austin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 699 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Area2,213.6 sq mi (5,733.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-35.1368°N, 147.3530°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 28, 2013.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 128 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 93 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 72 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 135 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 33 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 114 km
Jan 18, 2005 8 km N of West Wyalong, Australia M3.7 144 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 95 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 75 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 140 km
Mar 13, 2001 8 km NW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.2 142 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 98 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 130 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 120 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 149 km
Feb 27, 2002 10 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.0 141 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 87 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 121 km
Jun 20, 2002 10 km NW of Boorowa, Australia M2.9 147 km
Sep 21, 2004 30 km SSW of Boorowa, Australia M2.8 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in

Mount Austin has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 43°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Mount Austin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mount Austin Public School
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Radio Stations near Mount Austin

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mount Austin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Of The Riverina
RAAF Wagga Aviation Heritage Centre

Libraries in Mount Austin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Wagga Wagga City Library0.0
William Merrylees Library0.0

Gas Stations in Mount Austin

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #10199846714

Breweries in Mount Austin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Thirsty Crow Brewery

Airports Near Mount Austin

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cootamundra AirportCMDMedium Airport
Temora AirportTEMMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Ardlethan AirportSmall Airport
Bullawa AirstripSmall Airport
Deltroit Station AirstripSmall Airport
Federation Hsd AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Lockhart AirstripSmall Airport
Oura Private AirstripSmall Airport
Rose Vale AirportSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
Tumbarumba AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mount Austin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post - Mount Austin LPO

Treatment Centers in Mount Austin

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calvary Riverina Drug and Alcohol Centre

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 Mount Austin

What is the population of Mount Austin?

Mount Austin has a population of 3,897 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Mount Austin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,686, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mount Austin?

Mount Austin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.

How is the job market in Mount Austin?

The unemployment rate in Mount Austin is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $398. There are 370 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mount Austin?

The median home value in Mount Austin is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 53.2%.

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