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Wagga Wagga, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wagga Wagga is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 7,690. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,690 Population
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population7,690
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population7,690
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates-35.1258°, 147.3538°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (725 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wagga Wagga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wagga Wagga receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Wagga Wagga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wagga Wagga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wagga Wagga has a population of 7,690. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,690
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Wagga Wagga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wagga Wagga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wagga Wagga is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wagga Wagga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wagga Wagga, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Wagga Wagga vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Wagga Wagga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates-35.1258°N, 147.3538°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in

Wagga Wagga has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 43°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wagga Wagga

What is the population of Wagga Wagga?

Wagga Wagga has a population of 7,690 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Wagga Wagga expensive to live in?

Wagga Wagga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Wagga Wagga?

Wagga Wagga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wagga Wagga?

Wagga Wagga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wagga Wagga?

35.0% of adults in Wagga Wagga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wagga Wagga?

The obesity rate in Wagga Wagga is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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