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Murrurundi, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Murrurundi is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,031. Elevation: 1,539 ft (469 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

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C Fair
1,031 Population 0/sq mi density
1,539 ft Elevation 469 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
34.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,576 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$17,576 median income, 6.0% unemployment
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Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Murrurundi

Murrurundi

Murrurundi is a rural town located in the Upper Hunter Shire, in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia.

People

Population1,031
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,576
Per Capita$17,576
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership76.6%
Housing Units412

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Population1,031
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Coordinates-31.7642°, 150.8358°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation34.9 inches (887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,576
Median Age54.0 years

About Murrurundi

Murrurundi is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,031. The city sits at an elevation of 1,539 feet (469 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Murrurundi has a population of 1,031 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,064.8 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,031
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
4,064.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Murrurundi vs Australia Average

The median household income in Murrurundi is $17,576, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,576 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $338, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Murrurundi vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,576
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,576
Avg Weekly Wage$338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murrurundi is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 76.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 412 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership76.6%
Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units412

Property Tax

Climate in Murrurundi

Murrurundi has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.7°C), the coldest is Jul (8.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 848 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 15.1° / 30.3° 89.0
Feb 22°C / 72°F 14.8° / 29.2° 78.2
Mar 19.6°C / 67°F 12.1° / 27° 59.0
Apr 15.6°C / 60°F 7.7° / 23.4° 36.8
May 12°C / 54°F 4.7° / 19.3° 48.3
Jun 9.6°C / 49°F 3.2° / 16° 65.9
Jul 8.5°C / 47°F 1.9° / 15.2° 65.8
Aug 9.7°C / 49°F 2° / 17.4° 55.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 4.9° / 20.7° 63.7
Oct 16°C / 61°F 7.8° / 24.1° 69.3
Nov 18.9°C / 66°F 11.3° / 26.5° 102.2
Dec 21°C / 70°F 13.5° / 28.5° 114.9
Murrurundi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,539 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,539 ft (469 m)
Area4,064.8 sq mi (10,527.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-31.7642°N, 150.8358°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.9"
8% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.57"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 138 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 106 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 67 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 63 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 64 km
Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 120 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 119 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 66 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 59 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 120 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 65 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 123 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 72 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in

Murrurundi has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 46°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Murrurundi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Blandford Public School
Murrurundi Public School
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Radio Stations near Murrurundi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Murrurundi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bobs Shed
Fox's Store
Murrurundi Museum
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village

Libraries in Murrurundi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Murrurundi Library0.0

Hotels in Murrurundi

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Durham Hotel

Restaurants in Murrurundi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haydon Hall

Cafes in Murrurundi

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fox's Store
Life of Pie
Pie Face
Take A Break

Train Stations in Murrurundi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murrurundi Station
Willow Tree Station

Gas Stations in Murrurundi

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Roadhouse
Locals Servo
United 24

Golf Courses in Murrurundi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murrurundi Golf Club

Airports Near Murrurundi

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tamworth AirportTMWMedium Airport
Blackville AirportSmall Airport
Denman Farm StripSmall Airport
Goonoo Goonoo AirportSmall Airport
Gunnedah Airfield SES OnlySmall Airport
Heathcote Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Middlebrook Station Scone AirstripSmall Airport
Mount Sandon AirportSmall Airport
Quirindi AirportUIRSmall Airport
Scone AirportNSOSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
the airstripSmall Airport
Wallabadah AirportSmall Airport
Woolomin AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Murrurundi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Murrurundi LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murrurundi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Josephs
St Paul's
Uniting Church Murrurundi

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Murrurundi

What is the population of Murrurundi?

Murrurundi has a population of 1,031 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,064.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Murrurundi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,576, 77% 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 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Murrurundi?

Murrurundi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches.

How is the job market in Murrurundi?

The unemployment rate in Murrurundi is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $338. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murrurundi?

The median home value in Murrurundi is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.

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