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Scotland Island, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Scotland Island is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 561. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
561 Population 2,805/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$37,214 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$37,214 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $1,380/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population561
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2,805/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$37,214
Per Capita$37,214
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$276,000
Rent$1,380
Ownership87.0%
Housing Units224

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population561
Population Density2,805 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates-33.6407°, 151.2875°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,214
Median Age48.0 years

About Scotland Island

Scotland Island is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 561. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Scotland Island has a population of 561 with a density of 2,805 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

561
Total Population
2,805
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Scotland Island vs Australia Average

The median household income in Scotland Island is $37,214, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,214. The average weekly wage is $716, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 53 business establishments.

Income: Scotland Island vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$37,214
50% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$37,214
Avg Weekly Wage$716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Scotland Island is $276,000, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above the national average of $1,163). 87.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 224 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.0%
Owner-Occupied87.0%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units224

Property Tax

Climate in Scotland Island

Scotland Island has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 929 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 18.4° / 26.6° 86.4
Feb 22°C / 72°F 18° / 26° 134.6
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.7° 99.1
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 14.2° / 22.2° 78.3
May 15°C / 59°F 10.6° / 19.4° 63.0
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 8.8° / 16.4° 99.3
Jul 12°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.3° 48.0
Aug 13°C / 55°F 8.3° / 17.8° 47.4
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.6° 48.5
Oct 18°C / 64°F 13.2° / 22.7° 62.5
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 15.3° / 24.2° 81.5
Dec 21.3°C / 70°F 16.9° / 25.7° 80.6
Scotland Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,805/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6407°N, 151.2875°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.79"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

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 76 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 107 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 150 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 106 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 86 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 71 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 82 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 145 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 118 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 56 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 73 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 105 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 93 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 149 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 143 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 147 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
March 69°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in

Scotland Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in August to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near Scotland Island

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sky News Australia Radio conservative, discussion AAC+ 64 kbps
Triple J — AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple J (QLD) alternative, indie AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Sydney news, talk AAC 94 kbps
triple j (NSW) dance, hip-hop AAC 238 kbps
Indian link radio music MP3 128 kbps
2SM SRN Sydney news talk, sport AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Radio National Live 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC RN culture, history AAC+ 56 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
ABC Country 20220701 country AAC 238 kbps
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM 20220701 classic, news AAC 238 kbps
ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
Bondi Radio (MP3) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
SBS PopAsia c-pop, cantonese AAC+ 97 kbps
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio — AAC+ 64 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 — AAC+ 128 kbps
Starter FM dance, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Eastside Radio 89.7FM — AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Scotland Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Addington Museum
Armaments Display
Australian Golf Heritage Society Museum
Australian Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum
Carisbrook House
Chau Chak Wing Museum
City of Canada Bay Museum
Cockatoo Island
Don Bank Museum
Elizabeth Bay House
Former Barracks Building
Headland Park
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
Hyde Park Barracks
Justice & Police Museum
Kennards Hire Museum
Macquarie University Art Gallery
Madame Tussauds Sydney
Mary MacKillop Place Museum
Murama Healing Space
Museum of Sydney
MV Cape Don
Naala Nura
Netherby House
NSW Schoolhouse Museum
Old Sydney Town
Opal Museum
Portuguese Ethnographic Museum of Australia
Powerhouse Museum
Qtopia
Reserve Bank of Australia Museum
Royal Australian Navy Heritage Centre
Sisters of Charity Heritage Centre and Archives
St Joseph's Boys Home Museum
Susannah Place Museum
Sydney Bus Museum
Sydney Jewish Museum
Sydney Observatory
The Big Dig Education Centre
The Mint
The Rocks Discovery Museum
Vaucluse House
Waterfall Art Gallery
Westpac Museum
White Rabbit Gallery
Willoughby District Historical Society
Woolwich Dock and Parklands

Libraries in Scotland Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Artarmon Library0.0
Artarmon Library0.0
Ashfield Library0.0
Ashfield Library0.0
Ashley Dawson-Damer Children’s Art Library0.0
Ashley Dawson-Damer Children’s Art Library0.0
Avalon Community Library0.0
Balmain Library0.0
Balmain Library0.0
Beaumont Road Public School library0.0
Berowra Branch Library0.0
Burwood Library0.0
Burwood Library0.0
Carlingford Library0.0
Caroline Simpson Library0.0
Caroline Simpson Library0.0
Castle Cove Library0.0
Castle Cove Library0.0
Castlecrag Library0.0
Castlecrag Library0.0
Chatswood Library0.0
Concord Library0.0
Conservatorium Library0.0
Conservatorium Library0.0
Customs House Library0.0
Customs House Library0.0
Darling Square Library0.0
Darling Square Library0.0
Dee Why Library0.0
Dundas Valley Branch Library0.0
Eastwood Library0.0
Edmund and Joanna Capon Research Library0.0
Edmund and Joanna Capon Research Library0.0
Epping Branch Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Ermington Library0.0
Five Dock Library0.0
Five Dock Library0.0
Forestville Library0.0
Galston Library0.0
Gladesville Library0.0
Gladesville Library0.0
Gladesville Library0.0
Glebe Library0.0
Glebe Library0.0
Glen Street Library0.0
Gordon Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Greenwich Library0.0
Greenwich Library0.0
Haberfield Library0.0
Haberfield Library0.0
Harbord Community Library0.0
High Street Community Library0.0
Hornsby Library0.0
Japan Foundation Library0.0
Japan Foundation Library0.0
Jura Books0.0
Jura Books0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kings Cross Library0.0
Kings Cross Library0.0
Lane Cove Library0.0
Lane Cove Library0.0
Learning Resources Centre0.0
Learning Space0.0
Leichhardt Library0.0
Leichhardt Library0.0
Library Link Pyrmont0.0
Library Link Pyrmont0.0
Library Link Town Hall0.0
Library Link Town Hall0.0
Lidcombe Library0.0
Lindfield Library0.0
Macquarie University Library0.0
Manly Library0.0
Mitchell Library0.0
Mona Vale Public Library0.0
Mosman Public Library0.0
Mosman Public Library0.0
Naremburn Library0.0
Naremburn Library0.0
NAS Library0.0
NAS Library0.0
North Ryde Library0.0
Northbridge Library0.0
Northbridge Library0.0
Paddington Library0.0
Paddington Library0.0
Pennant Hills Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
SciTech Library0.0
SciTech Library0.0
Seaforth Library0.0
St Ives Library0.0
St Leonards Library0.0
Stanton Library0.0
State Library of New South Wales0.0
Strathfield Council Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Surry Hills Library0.0
TAFE NSW Ultimo Library0.0
TAFE NSW Ultimo Library0.0
Terry Hills Community Library0.0
Turramurra Library0.0
Ultimo Library0.0
Ultimo Library0.0
Umina Public Library0.0
UTS Library0.0
UTS Library0.0
Warringah Mall Library0.0
Watsons Bay Library0.0
Watsons Bay Library0.0
Wentworth Point Community Centre & Library0.0
West Chatswood Library0.0
West Ryde Library0.0
Woollahra Library0.0
Woollahra Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Scotland Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bondi Markets
Bondi Markets
Chatswood Mall Market
Double Bay Market
Double Bay Market
Eastwood Night Markets
Ettalong Markets
Ettalong Markets
Glebe Market
Glebe Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Kings Cross Market
Kings Cross Market
Kirribilli Markets
Kirribilli Markets
Manly Arts & Craft Market
Mona Vale Market
Northside Produce Market
Northside Produce Market
Paddington Markets
Paddington Markets
Paddy's Market
Paddy's Market Flemington
Paddy's Markets
Sydney Fish Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
The Beaches Farmers Market
The Rocks Market
The Rocks Market

Breweries in Scotland Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
4 Pines Brewing Company HQ
Akasha
Akasha
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Bucketty's Brewing Co.
Dad & Dave's Brewing
Dad & Daves Brewing
Flat Rock Brew Cafe
Flat Rock Brew Cafe
James Squire
James Squire
Manly Spirits Co.
Modus Operandi
Nomad Brewing Company
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery
Sydney Brewery - Surry Hills
Sydney Brewery - Surry Hills
Tooheys Brewery Lidcombe

Stadiums & Teams in Scotland Island

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Airports Near Scotland Island

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle Airstrip—Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield—Small Airport
Tadji Park Airstrip—Small Airport
The Oaks Airport—Small Airport
Tucker Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Warnervale Airport—Small Airport
Wedderburn Aerodrome—Small Airport
Wilton Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Scotland Island

42 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A [TEST]
Acute Ophthalmic Services (AOS)
Annandale Eye Care
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Bondi Doctors
Chatswood Medical & Dental Centre
Chatswood Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
Chiro & SportsMed.
Clinic 16 - Northern Sydney Sexual Health Clinic
Coastal Chiropractic
Covid-19 Test Clinic
Crown St Medical Centre
Crows Nest Child and Family Health Centre
Douglass Hanly Moir
East Sydney Doctors
Family Medical Prctice Ashfield
Footrpint Sports Clinic
Glebe Medical Centre
Hill Street Health Hub (Roseville)
Hunters Hill Medical Practice and Allied Health
Hyde Park Medical Centre
Hypoxi Balgowlah
Lane Cove Child and Family Health Centre
Leslie Chan Herbalist
Marinucci Medical Centre
Monash IVF Sydney Day Hospital
Multicare Family Medical Centre
Myhealth Medical Centre - Potts Point
Myhealth Medical Centre Central Park
Narrabeen physiotherapy and sports injury centre
Neutral Bay Medical Centre
Northern Beaches Rehabilitation
Opioid Treatment Program RNSH
Oracle Healthcare
Phallosan Forte
Physiocise
Real Health Medical Centre
Seven Ways Health Centre
Tensegrity Sports Clinics
The Mojo Klinik
V & S Zeldovich Surgery and Family Practice
Victoria Tower Medical

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 Scotland Island

What is the population of Scotland Island?

Scotland Island has a population of 561 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,805 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Scotland Island expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,214, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,000 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Scotland Island?

Scotland Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

How is the job market in Scotland Island?

Scotland Island has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $716. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Scotland Island?

The median home value in Scotland Island is $276,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,380. The homeownership rate is 87.0%.

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