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North Bourke, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

North Bourke is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 544. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
544 Population
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$37,214 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$37,214 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population544
Median Age42.0 yrs

Economy

B
Median Income$37,214
Per Capita$37,214
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership65.2%
Housing Units218

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Population544
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates-30.0523°, 145.9489°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation13.1 inches (333 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,214
Median Age42.0 years

About North Bourke

North Bourke is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 544. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

North Bourke has a population of 544. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

544
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

North Bourke vs Australia Average

The median household income in North Bourke is $37,214, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,214. The average weekly wage is $716, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: North Bourke vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$37,214
50% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$37,214
Avg Weekly Wage$716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in North Bourke is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 218 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.2%
Owner-Occupied65.2%
Renter-Occupied34.8%
Housing Units218

Property Tax

Climate in North Bourke

North Bourke has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (30.6°C), the coldest is Jul (11.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 338 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30.6°C / 87°F 22.9° / 38.2° 24.4
Feb 28.7°C / 84°F 21.8° / 35.6° 33.0
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.6° 36.0
Apr 20.8°C / 69°F 13.7° / 27.8° 31.7
May 15.5°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.5° 23.7
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 6° / 18.9° 35.1
Jul 11.3°C / 52°F 3.9° / 18.7° 12.5
Aug 13.2°C / 56°F 5.2° / 21.3° 10.9
Sep 17.6°C / 64°F 9.1° / 26° 17.7
Oct 21.5°C / 71°F 13.7° / 29.4° 29.5
Nov 25.4°C / 78°F 17.7° / 33.1° 48.2
Dec 28°C / 82°F 20.4° / 35.7° 35.0
North Bourke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 53°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 13.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates-30.0523°N, 145.9489°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.1"
66% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.54"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Jun 9, 2008.

Jun 9, 2008 22 km S of Brewarrina, Australia M3.7 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 1.5 in Warmest
February 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in
July 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in

North Bourke has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and August the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near North Bourke

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Outback Radio 2WEB MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in North Bourke

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bourke Public Library0.0

Hotels in North Bourke

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bourke Bridge Inn

Gas Stations in North Bourke

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1456062232

Airports Near North Bourke

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bourke AirportBRKMedium Airport
Bourke no.2Small Airport
Byrock AirportSmall Airport
Engonnia AirportSmall Airport
North Bourke airstripSmall Airport

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Meteorites
2
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 North Bourke

What is the population of North Bourke?

North Bourke has a population of 544 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is North Bourke expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,214, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in North Bourke?

North Bourke enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches.

How is the job market in North Bourke?

North Bourke has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $716. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in North Bourke?

The median home value in North Bourke is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 65.2%.

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