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North Rothbury, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
North Rothbury is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 898. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 898 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.6934°, 151.3438° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.7 inches (703 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $34,645 |
| Median Age | 30.0 years |
About North Rothbury
North Rothbury is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 898. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
North Rothbury vs Australia Average
Income: North Rothbury vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $34,645 |
| 54% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,645 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $666 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 85 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $253,600 |
| 10% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,268 |
| 9% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.4% |
| Housing Units | 359 |
Property Tax
Climate in North Rothbury
North Rothbury has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 267.6 sq mi (693.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.6934°N, 151.3438°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in |
North Rothbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near North Rothbury
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in North Rothbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Army Infantry Museum | ||||
| Luskintyre Aviation Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Poppethead | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| Wirraway Aviation Museum | ||||
| Wollombi Endeavour Museum |
Libraries in North Rothbury
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cessnock City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Singleton Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in North Rothbury
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wollombi Saleyards |
Hotels in North Rothbury
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in North Rothbury
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in North Rothbury
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in North Rothbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IronBark Hill Brewing Co |
Airports Near North Rothbury
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Denman Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dr Fox Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elderslie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gloucester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Middlebrook Station Scone Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Scone Airport | NSO | Small Airport |
| Singleton Airport | SIX | Small Airport |
| Singleton Military Area airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Somersby Airstrip | GOS | Small Airport |
| Strowan | — | Small Airport |
| Warkworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of North Rothbury?
North Rothbury has a population of 898 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is North Rothbury expensive to live in?
The median household income is $34,645, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in North Rothbury?
North Rothbury enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches.
How is the job market in North Rothbury?
North Rothbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $666. There are 85 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in North Rothbury?
The median home value in North Rothbury is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 63.6%.