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The Rock, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

The Rock is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,207. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,207 Population 1/sq mi density
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
22.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,497 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$21,497 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,207
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$21,497
Per Capita$21,497
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$138,000
Rent$690
Ownership85.0%
Housing Units483

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Population1,207
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates-35.2730°, 147.1138°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,497
Median Age42.0 years

About The Rock

The Rock is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,207. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet (217 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

The Rock has a population of 1,207 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,207
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
2,213.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

The Rock vs Australia Average

The median household income in The Rock is $21,497, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,497 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $413, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 115 business establishments.

Income: The Rock vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,497
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,497
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)115

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in The Rock is $138,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below the national average of $1,163). 85.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 483 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,000
51% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.0%
Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied15.0%
Housing Units483

Property Tax

The Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area2,213.6 sq mi (5,733.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2730°N, 147.1138°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"
41% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.20"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 28, 2013.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 121 km
Oct 11, 1992 25 km NW of Temora, Australia M4.1 110 km
Oct 16, 1998 18 km WSW of Temora, Australia M4.0 90 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 60 km
Mar 14, 1999 22 km WSW of West Wyalong, Australia M3.9 146 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 135 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 73 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 145 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 100 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 76 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 147 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 140 km
Oct 25, 2001 9 km NE of Tumut, Australia M2.9 107 km
Apr 1, 2001 23 km ESE of West Wyalong, Australia M2.8 148 km
Sep 21, 2004 30 km SSW of Boorowa, Australia M2.8 149 km
Apr 8, 2002 31 km SE of Batlow, Australia M2.8 127 km
May 28, 2003 11 km SSW of Young, Australia M2.6 142 km
Apr 29, 2007 35 km W of Yass, Australia M2.6 135 km
Aug 28, 2013 2 km SW of Young, Australia M2.6 149 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in

The Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 46°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and March the driest (1.3").

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Schools in The Rock

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Rock Central School
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Radio Stations near The Rock

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GHR Greater Hume Radio AAC 64 kbps

Museums in The Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ed's Old Farm Machinery Museum
Headlie Taylor Header Museum

Libraries in The Rock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Henty Library0.0
William Merrylees Library0.0

Cafes in The Rock

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rock Cafe and Catering

Train Stations in The Rock

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rock

Gas Stations in The Rock

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #472830176

Golf Courses in The Rock

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rock Golf Course

Airports Near The Rock

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Narrandera AirportNRAMedium Airport
Wagga Wagga AirportWGAMedium Airport
Bullawa AirstripSmall Airport
Deltroit Station AirstripSmall Airport
Federation Hsd AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Lockhart AirstripSmall Airport
Oura Private AirstripSmall Airport
Rose Vale AirportSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in The Rock

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
The Rock Post Office
The Rock Post Office
Yerong Creek LPO

Treatment Centers in The Rock

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calvary Riverina Drug and Alcohol 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 The Rock

What is the population of The Rock?

The Rock has a population of 1,207 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,213.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is The Rock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,497, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,000 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in The Rock?

The Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches.

How is the job market in The Rock?

The job market in The Rock is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $413. There are 115 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in The Rock?

The median home value in The Rock is $138,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $690. The homeownership rate is 85.0%.

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