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South Nowra, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

South Nowra is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,843. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,843 Population 1/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,054 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,054 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$224,200 home value, $1,121/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,843
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,054
Per Capita$28,054
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$224,200
Rent$1,121
Ownership64.3%
Housing Units737

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population1,843
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates-34.9033°, 150.5983°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,054
Median Age33.0 years

About South Nowra

South Nowra is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,843. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

South Nowra has a population of 1,843 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,843
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
2,231.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

South Nowra vs Australia Average

The median household income in South Nowra is $28,054, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,054 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $540, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 175 business establishments.

Income: South Nowra vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,054
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,054
Avg Weekly Wage$540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)175

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in South Nowra is $224,200, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,121 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 64.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 737 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,200
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,121
4% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.3%
Owner-Occupied64.3%
Renter-Occupied35.7%
Housing Units737

Property Tax

Climate in South Nowra

South Nowra has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 992 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.8° 73.1
Feb 21.7°C / 71°F 16.8° / 26.6° 162.1
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.2° 110.2
Apr 17.7°C / 64°F 12.5° / 22.9° 57.3
May 14.6°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.9° 56.7
Jun 12.3°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.9° 112.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.4° / 16.7° 63.3
Aug 12.5°C / 55°F 6.8° / 18.1° 74.1
Sep 14.9°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.1° 51.1
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.8° / 23.3° 61.1
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 13.4° / 25° 81.3
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15° / 26.2° 88.8
South Nowra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area2,231.6 sq mi (5,779.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.9033°N, 150.5983°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 61 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 80 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 100 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 117 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 130 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 62 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 146 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 133 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 108 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 82 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 94 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 129 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 148 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
February 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in

South Nowra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in South Nowra

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shoalhaven High School
St John the Evangelist High School
Nowra Christian School
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Radio Stations near South Nowra

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
i98FM MP3 64 kbps

Museums in South Nowra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Bundanon Homestead
Bundanon Museum
Central Wandandian Public School 1911
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Gerringong Heritage Museum
Maritime Museum
Meroogal
Nowra Museum
Pioneer Village Museum
Second classroom St George's Basin Public School 1959
Shoalhaven Family History Society

Libraries in South Nowra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gerringong Library0.0
Nowra Library0.0
Sanctuary Point Library0.0

Restaurants in South Nowra

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Foodary
Dine in - Take Away

Cafes in South Nowra

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pie Face

Gas Stations in South Nowra

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Foodary
Pearl Energy
Shell
United

Shopping Malls in South Nowra

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HomeCo South Nowra

Stadiums & Teams in South Nowra

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near South Nowra

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Bowral Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Bullio AirportSmall Airport
Cambewarra AirstripSmall 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
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport

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 South Nowra

What is the population of South Nowra?

South Nowra has a population of 1,843 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is South Nowra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,054, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,200 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,121 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in South Nowra?

South Nowra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in South Nowra?

South Nowra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $540. There are 175 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in South Nowra?

The median home value in South Nowra is $224,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,121. The homeownership rate is 64.3%.

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