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Rutherford, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Rutherford is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 11,788. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Rutherford
Rutherford is a suburb in the City of Maitland in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. At the 2016 census, Rutherford was home to almost 12,000 residents, making it one of the most populated suburbs. The suburb consists of mixed residential development, bulky goods retail, light industry, and manufacturing plants. It also has its own small commercial centre. Rutherford is served by a number of schools within the suburb. These are Rutherford Public School, St. Paul's Primary School, and Rutherford Technology High School. There are also a range of indoor and outdoor sporting facilities here.
People
Economy
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| Population | 11,788 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7167°, 151.5333° |
| 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 | $24,032 |
| Median Age | 35.0 years |
About Rutherford
Rutherford is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 11,788. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 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
Rutherford vs Australia Average
Income: Rutherford vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,032 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $462 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,120 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,800 |
| 28% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.0% |
| Housing Units | 4,715 |
Property Tax
Climate in Rutherford
Rutherford 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.
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 | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.7167°N, 151.5333°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in |
Rutherford has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.5").
Schools in Rutherford
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherford Technology High School | — | — | — | — |
| Rutherford Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Paul's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maitland Tutorial Centre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rutherford
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rutherford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Town and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Court House Museum | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Luskintyre Aviation Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Morpeth Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Paterson Rail Motor Society | ||||
| Poppethead | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital | ||||
| Wirraway Aviation Museum |
Libraries in Rutherford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beresfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cessnock City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raymond Terrace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speers Point Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Student Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sugar Valley Library Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rutherford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Restaurants in Rutherford
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rutherford
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rutherford
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rutherford
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rutherford
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rutherford
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rutherford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rutherford
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | 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 |
Post Offices in Rutherford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rutherford Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Rutherford
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Clinic | ||
| CSCAN Radiology | ||
| Hunter Imaging | ||
| ihear | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Marie Stopes Newcastle | ||
| Mayfield Podiatry | ||
| Newcastle Muscle Therapy | ||
| Small Talk Speech Therapy | ||
| Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Vamp |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rutherford
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Maitland-Wesleyan Methodist Church | |
| Rutherford Presbyterian Church | |
| Rutherford Uniting Church | |
| Saint Christopher's Anglican Church | |
| Saint Paul's Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Rutherford?
Rutherford has a population of 11,788 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Rutherford expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,032, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Rutherford?
Rutherford 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 Rutherford?
The unemployment rate in Rutherford is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $462. There are 1,120 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Rutherford?
The median home value in Rutherford is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 64.0%.