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Symonston, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Symonston is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 640. Elevation: 1,906 ft (581 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DHousing
CClimate
| Population | 640 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,906 ft (581 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.3516°, 149.1592° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.0 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,449 |
| Median Age | 55.0 years |
About Symonston
Symonston is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 640. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet (581 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Symonston vs Australia Average
Income: Symonston vs Australia
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,449 |
| 73% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,449 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $393 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.2% |
| 294% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 61 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $155,000 |
| 45% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.7% |
| Housing Units | 256 |
Property Tax
Climate in Symonston
Symonston has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 633 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,906 ft (581 m) |
| Area | 259.9 sq mi (673.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.3516°N, 149.1592°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in |
Symonston has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Symonston
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Symonston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Lanyon Homestead | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Symonston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Symonston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Restaurants in Symonston
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Symonston
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Symonston
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Symonston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Symonston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Symonston
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| Adaminaby Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Braidwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southern tablelands gliding club | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Symonston
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
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What is the population of Symonston?
Symonston has a population of 640 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 259.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Symonston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,449, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Symonston?
Symonston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.
How is the job market in Symonston?
The job market in Symonston faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $393. There are 61 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Symonston?
The median home value in Symonston is $155,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 68.3%.