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Terranora, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Terranora is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,876. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
2,876 Population 6/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,088 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$28,088 median income, 3.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$304,200 home value, $1,521/mo rent

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About Terranora

Terranora is a town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is a part of the Tweed Shire local Government area and it is a suburb of Tweed Heads.

People

Population2,876
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,088
Per Capita$28,088
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$304,200
Rent$1,521
Ownership89.2%
Housing Units1,150

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population2,876
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates-28.2383°, 153.5008°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,088
Median Age42.0 years

About Terranora

Terranora is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,876. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Terranora has a population of 2,876 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 505.4 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,876
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
505.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Terranora vs Australia Average

The median household income in Terranora is $28,088, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,088 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $540, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 273 business establishments.

Income: Terranora vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,088
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,088
Avg Weekly Wage$540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)273

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Terranora is $304,200, 8% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,521 (31% above the national average of $1,163). 89.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,150 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$304,200
8% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,521
31% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.2%
Owner-Occupied89.2%
Renter-Occupied10.8%
Housing Units1,150

Property Tax

Climate in Terranora

Terranora has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.9°C), the coldest is Jul (15.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1493 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.9°C / 77°F 21.2° / 28.6° 182.5
Feb 24.9°C / 77°F 21.1° / 28.7° 207.0
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.6° 174.7
Apr 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.8° 142.4
May 18.5°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.4° 103.5
Jun 16.5°C / 62°F 11.7° / 21.3° 135.4
Jul 15.4°C / 60°F 9.8° / 20.9° 64.8
Aug 16.2°C / 61°F 10.5° / 21.9° 56.7
Sep 18.7°C / 66°F 13.5° / 23.9° 47.6
Oct 20.6°C / 69°F 16.1° / 25.1° 113.7
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 18.3° / 26.7° 109.5
Dec 23.8°C / 75°F 19.9° / 27.8° 154.8
Terranora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area505.4 sq mi (1,309.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-28.2383°N, 153.5008°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.50"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.05"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Terranora has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Terranora

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Terranora Public School - - - -
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Terranora

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bay 93.9 - MP3 128 kbps
rebel fm - AAC 64 kbps
Rim FM 100.1 community MP3 64 kbps
NimFM alternative, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Terranora

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gold Coast War Museum
Gold Coast Wax Museum
Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Minjungbal Resource Museum
Mudgeeraba Light Horse Museum
Seafaring Museum
Surf World
Tweed Regional Museum
Tweed River Historical Museum

Libraries in Terranora

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broadbeach Library0.0
Burleigh Heads Branch Library0.0
Burleigh Waters Branch Library0.0
Coolangatta Branch Library0.0
Elanora Branch Library0.0
Kingscliff Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Murwillumbah Library0.0
Nerang Branch Library0.0
Palm Beach Library0.0
Richmond Tweed Regional Library (mobile)0.0
Robina Library0.0
Tweed Heads Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Terranora

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Carrara Markets
Cooloongatta Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Currumbin Community Markets
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Kingscliff Market
Miami Marketta
Palm Beach Farmers' Market
The 4217
The 4217
The Village Markets
The Village Markets
Uki Buttery Bazaar
Uki Farmers Market

Stadiums & Teams in Terranora

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Airports Near Terranora

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Brisbane Archerfield Airport-Small Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Heck Field Airport-Small Airport
Kooralbyn Airport-Small Airport
Logan Reserve Airport-Small Airport
Murwillumbah Airport-Small Airport
Nobbys Creek private Strip-Small Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private strip-Small Airport
Tyagarah Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Terranora

32 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Benowa Family Medical Centre
Broadbeach Waters Medical Centre
Bundall Medical Centre
Chistine Cnr Medical Centre
Christine Avenue Medical Centre
Diamond Bridge Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Medical Centre
Evendale Practice
Gold Coast Dermatology Clinic
Gold Coast Medical Precinct - Varsity Lakes
Leading Steps Paediatric Clinic
Medical On Miami
Mermaid Central Medical Clinic
Mermaid Plaza Medical and Cosmetics
Merridown Family Surgery
Miami Family Medical Centre
Miami Village Medical Practice
My Doctors Clinic Surfers Paradise
My Green Medical
Myhealth Medical Centre Benowa
Optimal Health Chiropractic
Optimal Health Clinic
Portia Millar
Robina Bulk Billing Medical Centre
Robina Family Medical
Robina Lakes Medical Centre
Robina Village Medical Centre
The Cardiac Center
Vitality Unleashed Psychology
Worongary Medical Centre

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 Terranora

What is the population of Terranora?

Terranora has a population of 2,876 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 505.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Terranora expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,088, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $304,200 (8% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,521 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Terranora?

Terranora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Terranora?

Terranora has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $540. There are 273 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Terranora?

The median home value in Terranora is $304,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,521. The homeownership rate is 89.2%.

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