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Narooma, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Narooma is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,633. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,633 Population 2/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$18,624 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$18,624 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Narooma

Narooma

Narooma is a town in the Australian state of New South Wales on the far south coast. The town is on the Princes Highway, which crosses the Wagonga Inlet to North Narooma. The heritage town of Central Tilba is nearby to the south.

People

Population2,633
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,624
Per Capita$18,624
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership74.5%
Housing Units1,053

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population2,633
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-36.2178°, 150.1325°
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$18,624
Median Age58.0 years

About Narooma

Narooma is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,633. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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.

Narooma has a population of 2,633 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,633
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
1,665.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Narooma vs Australia Average

The median household income in Narooma is $18,624, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,624 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $358, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 250 business establishments.

Income: Narooma vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,624
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,624
Avg Weekly Wage$358

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)250

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Narooma is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 74.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,053 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.5%
Owner-Occupied74.5%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units1,053

Property Tax

Climate in Narooma

Narooma has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 16.9° / 23.6° 89.1
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 17° / 23.7° 105.5
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 15.8° / 23° 102.2
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.4° 76.7
May 14.9°C / 59°F 10.6° / 19.2° 67.1
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 8.6° / 17.2° 82.5
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 7.2° / 16.5° 55.6
Aug 12.5°C / 55°F 7.7° / 17.3° 55.9
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 9.6° / 18.9° 61.2
Oct 15.8°C / 60°F 11.6° / 19.9° 73.7
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 13.8° / 20.9° 75.2
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 15.5° / 22.2° 78.6
Narooma 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 72 feet.

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

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area1,665.9 sq mi (4,314.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-36.2178°N, 150.1325°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 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 79 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 108 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 91 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 111 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 148 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in

Narooma has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Narooma

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Narooma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Montreal Goldfields

Libraries in Narooma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bermagui Branch Library0.0
Narooma Library0.0

Hotels in Narooma

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Lodge Inn

Restaurants in Narooma

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Bocca
Lynch's Restaurant
Quarterdeck Narooma
The Raw Prawn Bistro

Cafes in Narooma

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bound to Earth
Caseys Cafe
Ciccios Surf Beach Cafe
Montague
Narooma Ice Creamery Cafe
Raven Cafe & Grill
Wharf Cafe

Cinemas in Narooma

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Narooma Kinema
Outdoor Cinema (summer)

Dentists in Narooma

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Narooma Dental

Veterinaries in Narooma

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Montague Vets

Gas Stations in Narooma

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Narooma Fuel
Pearl Energy Narooma
Shell

Banks in Narooma

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Gyms in Narooma

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rooma Pilates

Golf Courses in Narooma

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Narooma Golf Course

Breweries in Narooma

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Malt Man Brewing

Airports Near Narooma

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
frogs hollows airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Narooma

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

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 Narooma

What is the population of Narooma?

Narooma has a population of 2,633 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Narooma expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,624, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Narooma?

Narooma 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 Narooma?

Narooma has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $358. There are 250 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Narooma?

The median home value in Narooma is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 74.5%.

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