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Terrigal, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Terrigal is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 11,309. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
11,309 Population 43/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,623 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$30,623 median income, 3.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$293,000 home value, $1,465/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,309
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density43/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,623
Per Capita$30,623
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$293,000
Rent$1,465
Ownership75.5%
Housing Units4,524

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population11,309
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-33.4482°, 151.4467°
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$30,623
Median Age43.0 years

About Terrigal

Terrigal is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 11,309. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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.

Terrigal has a population of 11,309 with a density of 43 people per square mile, spread across 265.8 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,309
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
265.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Terrigal vs Australia Average

The median household income in Terrigal is $30,623, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,623 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $589, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,074 business establishments.

Income: Terrigal vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,623
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,623
Avg Weekly Wage$589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,074

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Terrigal is $293,000, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,465 (26% above the national average of $1,163). 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,524 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,000
4% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,465
26% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units4,524

Property Tax

Climate in Terrigal

Terrigal has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1128 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 16.3° / 27.1° 106.5
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 142.4
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.1° 122.0
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 102.5
May 14.2°C / 58°F 9.4° / 19° 111.4
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.4° 131.4
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 6.3° / 16° 59.1
Aug 12.1°C / 54°F 6.4° / 17.9° 62.5
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 53.1
Oct 16.9°C / 62°F 10.8° / 23° 69.1
Nov 18.7°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.5° 92.3
Dec 20°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.3° 75.5
Terrigal 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 36 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area265.8 sq mi (688.4 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4482°N, 151.4467°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 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 58 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 91 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 137 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 140 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 142 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 136 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 132 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 111 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 96 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 103 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 119 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 149 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 143 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 37 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 98 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 98 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 117 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 134 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 135 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in

Terrigal has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Terrigal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Terrigal Public School
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Radio Stations near Terrigal

22 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
ABC Country 20220701 country AAC 238 kbps
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
ABC Classic FM 20220701 classic, news AAC 238 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
Bondi Radio (MP3) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
SBS PopAsia c-pop, cantonese AAC+ 97 kbps
Starter FM dance, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Eastside Radio 89.7FM AAC 192 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 AAC+ 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Terrigal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
Old Sydney Town
RSL Museum
St Joseph's Boys Home Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Terrigal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avalon Community Library0.0
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Mona Vale Public Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Terry Hills Community Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Umina Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Terrigal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ettalong Markets
Ettalong Markets
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Mona Vale Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
The Beaches Farmers Market
Toukley Lions Markets

Hotels in Terrigal

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crowne Plaza Terrigal
Jack and Jill's Beach House
Rowes Haven
Star of the Sea
Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments
The Clan Terrigal
Tiarri Terrigal

Restaurants in Terrigal

23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asian Chef
Blue Lemon Sushi
Cowrie Restaurant
Fortune Lane Chinese Restaurant
Four Hands Pizza Bar & Grill
Giant Thai
Hoi An Terrigal
Hungry Wolf's
Lagoon Bistro
Once Again
Rhonda's Bar & Restaurant
Sea Bay
Shahi Mahal
Spice Thai
Swells Terrigal
Terrace Grill Restaurant & Bar
Terrigal Pavillion
Terrigal Taps
Thaiger Temple
The Cheeky 3
The Grand Palace
Trojan's Restaurant & Sports Bar
Yellowtail Restaurant

Cafes in Terrigal

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bellyfish Cafe
Coffee Port
Freestate
Island Time Espresso Bar
Legend Coffee Terrigal
Luna
Terrigal Surf Café
The Laneway

Clinics in Terrigal

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terrigal Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Terrigal

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1224955466
Shell

Banks in Terrigal

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Gyms in Terrigal

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

F45 Training

Breweries in Terrigal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Modus Operandi
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Terrigal

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Terrigal

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Terrigal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Terrigal Post Office

Treatment Centers in Terrigal

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Coastal Chiropractic
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Terrigal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Terrigal Presbyterian Church

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 Terrigal

What is the population of Terrigal?

Terrigal has a population of 11,309 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 265.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Terrigal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,623, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $293,000 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,465 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Terrigal?

Terrigal 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 Terrigal?

Terrigal has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $589. There are 1,074 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Terrigal?

The median home value in Terrigal is $293,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,465. The homeownership rate is 75.5%.

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