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Rylstone, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Rylstone is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 906. Elevation: 1,906 ft (581 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
906 Population 0/sq mi density
1,906 ft Elevation 581 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,570 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$19,570 median income, 5.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population906
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,570
Per Capita$19,570
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership80.8%
Housing Units362

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Population906
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Coordinates-32.7995°, 149.9694°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (726 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,570
Median Age54.0 years

About Rylstone

Rylstone is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 906. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet (581 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Rylstone has a population of 906 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,392.2 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

906
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
3,392.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rylstone vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rylstone is $19,570, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,570 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $376, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 86 business establishments.

Income: Rylstone vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,570
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,570
Avg Weekly Wage$376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)86

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rylstone is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 80.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 362 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership80.8%
Owner-Occupied80.8%
Renter-Occupied19.2%
Housing Units362

Property Tax

Climate in Rylstone

Rylstone has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.5°C), the coldest is Jul (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 997 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.5°C / 67°F 14.3° / 24.6° 99.3
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 13.4° / 23° 116.9
Mar 16°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.4° 105.1
Apr 12.8°C / 55°F 8.6° / 16.9° 55.0
May 9.4°C / 49°F 5.7° / 13° 55.9
Jun 6.6°C / 44°F 3.6° / 9.7° 78.8
Jul 5.9°C / 43°F 2.6° / 9.2° 70.9
Aug 7°C / 45°F 3° / 11.1° 54.1
Sep 10°C / 50°F 5.6° / 14.3° 82.5
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 8° / 17.5° 73.4
Nov 15.2°C / 59°F 10.2° / 20.1° 107.6
Dec 17.2°C / 63°F 12.2° / 22.2° 97.4
Rylstone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Area3,392.2 sq mi (8,785.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-32.7995°N, 149.9694°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.46"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 119 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 102 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 89 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 90 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 87 km
Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 125 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 93 km
Mar 18, 2008 32 km NE of Peak Hill, Australia M3.7 147 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 148 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 126 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 90 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 88 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 68 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 147 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 98 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 91 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
March 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
November 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in

Rylstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 45°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Rylstone

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rylstone Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Rylstone

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Rylstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cottage Museum
Kandos Museum

Libraries in Rylstone

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kandos Library0.0
Rylstone Library0.0

Hotels in Rylstone

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bowles-Inn Family Hotel
Bridge View Inn
Hotel Lue
The Globe Hotel

Restaurants in Rylstone

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

29 Nine 99 Yum Cha and Teahouse
Pepino’s
Rylestone Thai
The Shed Bistro

Cafes in Rylstone

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe On Louee
Refuel Rylestone
Rylstone Cafe
The Saffron Kitchen & Cafe

Veterinaries in Rylstone

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rylestone Vet

Gas Stations in Rylstone

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enhance - Tyndale's Service Station
Shell

Gyms in Rylstone

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stone Strength Gym

Airports Near Rylstone

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Mudgee AirportDGEMedium Airport
Denman Farm Strip—Small Airport
Gulgong Aero Park Airport—Small Airport
Limekilns airfield—Small Airport
Pipers Airfield—Small Airport
Rylstone Aerodrome—Small Airport
Wyaldra Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Rylstone

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rylstone LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rylstone

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Malachy'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 Rylstone

What is the population of Rylstone?

Rylstone has a population of 906 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,392.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rylstone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,570, 74% 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 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rylstone?

Rylstone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.

How is the job market in Rylstone?

The unemployment rate in Rylstone is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $376. There are 86 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rylstone?

The median home value in Rylstone is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 80.8%.

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