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Tura Beach, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Tura Beach is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,994. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
2,994 Population 1/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,274 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$22,274 median income, 2.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Tura Beach

Tura Beach is a suburb of Merimbula, on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia, in the Bega Valley Shire local government area. It lies approximately 6 km north of Merimbula. At the 2016 census, Tura Beach had a population of 3,158 people with a median age of 57 years, 19 years greater than that of the overall Australian population.

People

Population2,994
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$22,274
Per Capita$22,274
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

F
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership83.9%
Housing Units1,198

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population2,994
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-36.8636°, 149.9303°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,274
Median Age58.0 years

About Tura Beach

Tura Beach is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,994. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Tura Beach has a population of 2,994 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,994
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tura Beach vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tura Beach is $22,274, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,274 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $428, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 284 business establishments.

Income: Tura Beach vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,274
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,274
Avg Weekly Wage$428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)284

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tura Beach is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,198 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied16.1%
Housing Units1,198

Property Tax

Climate in Tura Beach

Tura Beach has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.1°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.1°C / 68°F 15.3° / 24.9° 53.4
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 15.5° / 24.7° 90.6
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.6° 88.1
Apr 16.4°C / 62°F 11.1° / 21.8° 66.9
May 13.5°C / 56°F 7.6° / 19.4° 39.8
Jun 11.3°C / 52°F 5.6° / 17° 80.2
Jul 10.5°C / 51°F 4.3° / 16.7° 43.8
Aug 11.2°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.5° 41.9
Sep 13°C / 55°F 6.7° / 19.3° 42.4
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21° 64.9
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 76.6
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 14° / 23.5° 59.5
Tura Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.8636°N, 149.9303°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.86"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 67 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 111 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 100 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 120 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 140 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in Warmest
March 65°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
August 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in

Tura Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in August to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Tura Beach

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Tura Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bega Pioneers Muesum
Eden Killer Whale Museum
Mary MacKillop Museum
Old School Museum
Tathra Wharf Museum

Libraries in Tura Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bega Library0.0
Eden Library0.0

Theatres in Tura Beach

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Study Area 1
Study Area 2

Gas Stations in Tura Beach

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3877576020
Woolworths Petrol

Golf Courses in Tura Beach

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tura Beach Country Club

Airports Near Tura Beach

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Bombala AirportSmall Airport
frogs hollows airfieldSmall Airport
Gabo Island AirportSmall Airport
Mallacoota AirportXMCSmall 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 Tura Beach

What is the population of Tura Beach?

Tura Beach has a population of 2,994 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tura Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,274, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tura Beach?

Tura Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tura Beach?

The job market in Tura Beach is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $428. There are 284 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tura Beach?

The median home value in Tura Beach is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.

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