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Mount Hunter, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Mount Hunter is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 697. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
697 Population 0/sq mi density
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
32.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,108 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,108 median income, 4.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$242,200 home value, $1,211/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population697
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,108
Per Capita$27,108
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$242,200
Rent$1,211
Ownership88.7%
Housing Units279

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Population697
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates-34.0717°, 150.6378°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (826 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,108
Median Age39.0 years

About Mount Hunter

Mount Hunter is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 697. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Mount Hunter has a population of 697 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

697
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
2,265.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mount Hunter vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mount Hunter is $27,108, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,108 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $521, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: Mount Hunter vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,108
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,108
Avg Weekly Wage$521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Hunter is $242,200, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,211 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 279 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,200
14% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,211
4% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.7%
Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied11.3%
Housing Units279

Property Tax

Climate in Mount Hunter

Mount Hunter has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 723 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 17.3° / 30.4° 71.2
Feb 23.1°C / 74°F 17.2° / 29° 114.3
Mar 20.9°C / 70°F 15.1° / 26.7° 77.6
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 11° / 24° 49.6
May 13.6°C / 56°F 6.4° / 20.9° 35.0
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 4.9° / 17.9° 76.8
Jul 10.4°C / 51°F 3.2° / 17.5° 34.9
Aug 11.6°C / 53°F 4° / 19.3° 43.6
Sep 14.8°C / 59°F 7.1° / 22.6° 32.2
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25° 55.6
Nov 20°C / 68°F 13.3° / 26.8° 70.0
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 15.7° / 29° 62.0
Mount Hunter enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 32.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area2,265.5 sq mi (5,867.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0717°N, 150.6378°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.5"
14% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 136 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 33 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 13 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 8 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 30 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 42 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 131 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 83 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 40 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 20 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 138 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 134 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 67°F (19°C) 4.0 in
April 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
June 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in

Mount Hunter has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in June to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Mount Hunter

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sky News Australia Radio conservative, discussion AAC+ 64 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
C-Dance club, dance MP3 192 kbps
C91.3 AAC+ 64 kbps
Pulse 89.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
i98FM MP3 64 kbps
Hawkesbury Radio - Sydney (MP3) community radio MP3 192 kbps
Hawkesbury Radio AAC 48 kbps
Radio Blue Mountains MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Mount Hunter

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Camden Museum
Camden Museum of Aviation
Campbelltown Steam Museum
Minto Carriage Museum
Nativity House Museum And Gallery
NSW Rail Museum
Richmond Villa Heritage Centre
Wollondilly Heritage Centre

Libraries in Mount Hunter

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Camden Library0.0
Campbelltown TAFE Library0.0
Carnes Hill Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Green Valley Library0.0
H. J. Daley Library0.0
Ingleburn Library0.0
Miller Library0.0
Narellan Library0.0
Oran Park Library0.0
Picton Library0.0
Sydney Uni Library Camden Campus0.0
William Carey Christian School Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Mount Hunter

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mount Hunter

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
Bowral Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Bullio AirportSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Gingkin AirfieldSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Jaspers Brush AirfieldSmall Airport
Katoomba AirportSmall Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) AirstripSmall Airport
Mittagong AirportSmall Airport
Robertson AirstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
Southern tablelands gliding clubSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Tadji Park AirstripSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Hunter

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Glenmore Uniting Church
St Marks

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 Hunter

What is the population of Mount Hunter?

Mount Hunter has a population of 697 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Mount Hunter expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,108, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,200 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,211 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mount Hunter?

Mount Hunter enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.

How is the job market in Mount Hunter?

Mount Hunter has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $521. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mount Hunter?

The median home value in Mount Hunter is $242,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,211. The homeownership rate is 88.7%.

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