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Robertson, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Robertson is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,800. Elevation: 2,395 ft (730 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,800 Population 23/sq mi density
2,395 ft Elevation 730 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,243 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$27,243 median income, 2.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$249,600 home value, $1,248/mo rent

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About Robertson

Robertson

Robertson is a town in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia, in Wingecarribee Shire. The town is located on the edge of an elevated plateau about 35 km (22 mi) from the coast.

People

Population1,800
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density23/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,243
Per Capita$27,243
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$249,600
Rent$1,248
Ownership85.9%
Housing Units720

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,395 ft (730 m)
Population1,800
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation2,395 ft (730 m)
Coordinates-34.5874°, 150.5912°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,243
Median Age47.0 years

About Robertson

Robertson is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,800. The city sits at an elevation of 2,395 feet (730 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Robertson has a population of 1,800 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,800
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
77.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Robertson vs Australia Average

The median household income in Robertson is $27,243, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,243 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $524, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 171 business establishments.

Income: Robertson vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,243
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,243
Avg Weekly Wage$524

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)171

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Robertson is $249,600, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,248 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 85.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 720 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,600
11% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,248
7% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.9%
Owner-Occupied85.9%
Renter-Occupied14.1%
Housing Units720

Property Tax

Climate in Robertson

Robertson has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 17.2° / 26.9° 70.1
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.4° 136.7
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.3° 107.4
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.3° 65.3
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.7° 57.3
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.1° 77.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6.2° / 17.8° 56.0
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.8° 66.5
Sep 15°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.3° 44.0
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.2° 74.5
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 13.4° / 24.2° 77.5
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15.4° / 25.7° 66.9
Robertson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,395 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,395 ft (730 m)
Area77.4 sq mi (200.5 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates-34.5874°N, 150.5912°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 26 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 45 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 65 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 82 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 132 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 30 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 135 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 87 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 54 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 60 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 121 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 5.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 5.8 in Warmest
March 63°F (17°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
June 47°F (9°C) 5.4 in
July 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 47°F (9°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in

Robertson has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 47°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Robertson

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Robertson Public School
Avoca Public School
Burrawang Public School
Kangaloon Public School
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Radio Stations near Robertson

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
i98FM MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Robertson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Bowral Schoolhouse Museum And Gallery
Bradman Museum
Gerringong Heritage Museum
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
Illawarra Light Railway Museum
Pioneer Village Museum
Shellharbour City Museum
Tongarra Museum

Libraries in Robertson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albion Park library0.0
Bowral Central Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
Gerringong Library0.0
Mittagong Public Library0.0
Moss Vale Library0.0
Oak Flats Library0.0
Shellharbour City Library0.0

Hotels in Robertson

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Robertson Inn

Restaurants in Robertson

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizzas in the Mist

Cafes in Robertson

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Moonacres Kitchen
Robertson Cheese Factory
Robertson Pie Shop

Train Stations in Robertson

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Robertson

Gas Stations in Robertson

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enhance

Airports Near Robertson

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
Bowral Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Bullio AirportSmall Airport
Cambewarra AirstripSmall Airport
Gingkin AirfieldSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Jaspers Brush AirfieldSmall Airport
Jervis Bay AirportSmall Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) AirstripSmall Airport
Mittagong AirportSmall Airport
Robertson AirstripSmall Airport
Southern tablelands gliding clubSmall Airport
Tadji Park AirstripSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Robertson

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kangaloon Uniting Church
Robertson Anglican Church
St David's
St Peter's Catholic Church
The Meadows Church

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Waterfalls
11
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

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 Robertson

What is the population of Robertson?

Robertson has a population of 1,800 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Robertson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,243, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,600 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,248 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Robertson?

Robertson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Robertson?

The job market in Robertson is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $524. There are 171 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Robertson?

The median home value in Robertson is $249,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,248. The homeownership rate is 85.9%.

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