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Paterson, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Paterson is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 875. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
875 Population 2/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,291 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,291 median income, 2.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population875
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,291
Per Capita$28,291
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership86.6%
Housing Units350

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population875
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-32.6061°, 151.6159°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation27.7 inches (703 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,291
Median Age41.0 years

About Paterson

Paterson is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 875. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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.

Paterson has a population of 875 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

875
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
602.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Paterson vs Australia Average

The median household income in Paterson is $28,291, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,291 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $544, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 83 business establishments.

Income: Paterson vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,291
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,291
Avg Weekly Wage$544

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)83

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Paterson is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 86.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 350 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.6%
Owner-Occupied86.6%
Renter-Occupied13.4%
Housing Units350

Property Tax

Climate in Paterson

Paterson has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 908 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 18° / 30.3° 98.9
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 17.6° / 29.2° 126.7
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15.9° / 27.3° 108.0
Apr 18.6°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.7° 74.2
May 15.4°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.1° 56.8
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 7.7° / 18.1° 80.6
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 6.3° / 18° 37.7
Aug 13.2°C / 56°F 6.7° / 19.8° 33.6
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.9° 44.5
Oct 18.6°C / 65°F 11.6° / 25.7° 64.9
Nov 21°C / 70°F 14.3° / 27.6° 86.4
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29.2° 95.6
Paterson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 27.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-32.6061°N, 151.6159°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.7"
27% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 53 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 54 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 85 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 87 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 90 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 81 km
Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 149 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 96 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 60 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 96 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 90 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 76 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 47 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 77 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Paterson has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Paterson

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paterson Public School
Martins Creek Public School
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Radio Stations near Paterson

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps
2BOB Radio 104.7FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Paterson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Clarence Town and District Historical Museum
Court House Museum
Dungog Museum
Fighter World
Gresford District Historical Museum
Luskintyre Aviation Museum
Maitland Regional Museum
Monarch Historical Museum
Morpeth Museum
Paterson Rail Motor Society
Sketchley Pioneer Cottage
Tomago House

Libraries in Paterson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beresfield Library0.0
Dungog Library0.0
East Maitland Library0.0
Kurri Kurri Library0.0
Maitland City Library0.0
Raymond Terrace Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0
Thornton Library0.0

Cafes in Paterson

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paterson Country Cafe

Veterinaries in Paterson

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1813686325

Train Stations in Paterson

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Martins Creek Station
Paterson Station

Golf Courses in Paterson

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paterson Golf Course

Breweries in Paterson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rustic brewery

Airports Near Paterson

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Gloucester AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Paterson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Paterson Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paterson

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Annes
Saint Paul's

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 Paterson

What is the population of Paterson?

Paterson has a population of 875 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Paterson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,291, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Paterson?

Paterson 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 Paterson?

The job market in Paterson is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $544. There are 83 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Paterson?

The median home value in Paterson is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 86.6%.

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