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Tuross Head, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Tuross Head is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,183. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
2,183 Population 1/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,807 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,807 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $930/mo rent

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About Tuross Head

Tuross Head

Tuross Head is a seaside village on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately halfway between the townships of Moruya and Narooma, a few kilometres off the Princes Highway. As of the 2016 census, Tuross Head had a population of 2,241 people.

People

Population2,183
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,807
Per Capita$19,807
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$186,000
Rent$930
Ownership83.8%
Housing Units873

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population2,183
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-36.0533°, 150.1332°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,807
Median Age62.0 years

About Tuross Head

Tuross Head is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,183. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Tuross Head has a population of 2,183 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,183
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above Australia avg
1,665.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tuross Head vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tuross Head is $19,807, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,807 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $381, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 207 business establishments.

Income: Tuross Head vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,807
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,807
Avg Weekly Wage$381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)207

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tuross Head is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 83.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 873 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.8%
Owner-Occupied83.8%
Renter-Occupied16.2%
Housing Units873

Property Tax

Climate in Tuross Head

Tuross Head has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 16.9° / 23.6° 89.1
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 17° / 23.7° 105.5
Mar 19.4°C / 67°F 15.8° / 23° 102.2
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.4° 76.7
May 14.9°C / 59°F 10.6° / 19.2° 67.1
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 8.6° / 17.2° 82.5
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 7.2° / 16.5° 55.6
Aug 12.5°C / 55°F 7.7° / 17.3° 55.9
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 9.6° / 18.9° 61.2
Oct 15.8°C / 60°F 11.6° / 19.9° 73.7
Nov 17.4°C / 63°F 13.8° / 20.9° 75.2
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 15.5° / 22.2° 78.6
Tuross Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area1,665.9 sq mi (4,314.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-36.0533°N, 150.1332°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 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 89 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 111 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 102 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 112 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
February 69°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 53°F (11°C) 1.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in

Tuross Head has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 52°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Tuross Head

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Tuross Head

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moruya District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Tuross Head

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Moruya Library And Visitor Centre0.0
Narooma Library0.0

Restaurants in Tuross Head

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chinese Vietnamese BYO Restaurant
The Big Fig
The Pickled Octopus

Cafes in Tuross Head

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sails Cafe
Seventh Wave Cafe
Tuross Boatshed Cafe

Gas Stations in Tuross Head

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Shell

Golf Courses in Tuross Head

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tuross Country Club

Breweries in Tuross Head

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broule Brewhouse
Malt Man Brewing

Airports Near Tuross Head

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Braidwood Airport-Small Airport
frogs hollows airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Tuross Head

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tuross Post Office

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 Tuross Head

What is the population of Tuross Head?

Tuross Head has a population of 2,183 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tuross Head expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,807, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tuross Head?

Tuross Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tuross Head?

Tuross Head has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $381. There are 207 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tuross Head?

The median home value in Tuross Head is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930. The homeownership rate is 83.8%.

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