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Oberon, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Oberon is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,234. Elevation: 3,622 ft (1,104 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,234 Population 2/sq mi density
3,622 ft Elevation 1,104 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,964 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,964 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About Oberon

Oberon

Oberon is a town located within the Oberon Council local government area, in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. The main industries are farming, forestry and wood products. The town usually receives snowfall during the winter months, owing to its high elevation. At the 2021 census, Oberon had a population of 3,319 people.

People

Population3,234
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,964
Per Capita$23,964
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership71.8%
Housing Units1,294

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation3,622 ft (1,104 m)
Population3,234
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,622 ft (1,104 m)
Coordinates-33.7040°, 149.8592°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$23,964
Median Age47.0 years

About Oberon

Oberon is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,234. The city sits at an elevation of 3,622 feet (1,104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Oberon has a population of 3,234 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,234
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
1,987.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Oberon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Oberon is $23,964, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,964 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $461, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 307 business establishments.

Income: Oberon vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,964
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,964
Avg Weekly Wage$461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)307

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Oberon is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 71.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,294 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.8%
Owner-Occupied71.8%
Renter-Occupied28.2%
Housing Units1,294

Property Tax

Climate in Oberon

Oberon has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 803 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 26.2° 61.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 23.9° 73.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 21.9° 67.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 17° 49.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 13.2° 48.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 9.9° 71.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 9.2° 65.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 10.4° 73.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 14.5° 58.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 17.5° 61.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 21.5° 88.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 23.9° 84.3
Oberon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,622 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,622 ft (1,104 m)
Area1,987.2 sq mi (5,146.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-33.7040°N, 149.8592°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 86 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 95 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 150 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 150 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 89 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 121 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 80 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 57 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 110 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 137 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 140 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 89 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 122 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 149 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 140 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 59 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 124 km
Feb 27, 2002 10 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.0 139 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 149 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
June 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in
August 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
December 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in

Oberon has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 41°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Oberon

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oberon High School - - - -
Oberon Public School - - - -
St Joseph's Central School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Oberon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Blue Mountains - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Oberon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Oberon Museum
Oberon RSL Subbranch And Museum
Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway
The Old Post Office

Libraries in Oberon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Oberon Library0.0
Rydal Library0.0

Hotels in Oberon

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jenolan Caves House
Royal Hotel
The Tourist Hotel

Restaurants in Oberon

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bistro 59
Grand Indian Restaurant
Sawtooth Bistro
The Cave Pizza Bar
The Milbrey

Cafes in Oberon

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Oberon
Mayfield Kiosk
Oberon Pies & Pastries
Peter's Cafe
Pick of the Bunch - Coffee and Pancakes
Ultra Bean

Clinics in Oberon

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oberon Medical Centre

Veterinaries in Oberon

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oberon Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Oberon

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Oberon Truckstop
Fuel Plus
Shell
Ultra

Banks in Oberon

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
Reliance Bank

Gyms in Oberon

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oberon Fitness Centre

Golf Courses in Oberon

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oberon Golf Course

Airports Near Oberon

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Orange AirportOAGMedium Airport
airlie private strip-Small Airport
Binda-Small Airport
Bullio Airport-Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.1-Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.2-Small Airport
Coombing Park Airport-Small Airport
Gingkin Airfield-Small Airport
Katoomba Airport-Small Airport
Limekilns airfield-Small Airport
Mittagong Airport-Small Airport
Pipers Airfield-Small Airport
Taralga Grathawa Airport-Small Airport
The Oaks Airport-Small Airport
Yerranderie Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Oberon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oberon LPO

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Oberon

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Greater Blue Mountains AreaNatural2000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oberon

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Oberon Christian Life Centre
Saint Ignatius
St. Barnabas Anglican Church
Uniting Church

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Waterfalls
14
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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Oberon

Greater Blue Mountains Area
Natural · inscribed 2000
The Greater Blue Mountains Area consists of 1.03 million ha of sandstone plateaux, escarpments and gorges dominated by temperate eucalypt forest. The site, comprised of eight protected areas, is noted for its representation of the evolutionary adaptation and d...

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 Oberon

What is the population of Oberon?

Oberon has a population of 3,234 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Oberon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,964, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Oberon?

Oberon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.

How is the job market in Oberon?

Oberon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $461. There are 307 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Oberon?

The median home value in Oberon is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 71.8%.

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