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Wallerawang, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wallerawang is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,943. Elevation: 2,943 ft (897 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,943 Population 1/sq mi density
2,943 ft Elevation 897 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,511 Median Income
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Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$22,511 median income, 5.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $775/mo rent

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About Wallerawang

Wallerawang

Wallerawang is a small township in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia. It is located approximately 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) northwest of Lithgow adjacent to the Great Western Highway. It is also located on the Main Western railway line at the junction of the Gwabegar line. The name is also applied to the surrounding area for postal and statistical purposes.

People

Population1,943
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,511
Per Capita$22,511
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$775
Ownership74.0%
Housing Units777

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)
Population1,943
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)
Coordinates-33.4110°, 150.0646°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$22,511
Median Age39.0 years

About Wallerawang

Wallerawang is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,943. The city sits at an elevation of 2,943 feet (897 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wallerawang has a population of 1,943 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,943
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
1,987.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wallerawang vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wallerawang is $22,511, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,511 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $433, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 185 business establishments.

Income: Wallerawang vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,511
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,511
Avg Weekly Wage$433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)185

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wallerawang is $155,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 777 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.0%
Owner-Occupied74.0%
Renter-Occupied26.0%
Housing Units777

Property Tax

Climate in Wallerawang

Wallerawang has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.1°C), the coldest is Jul (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 610 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.1°C / 72°F 14.5° / 29.7° 59.9
Feb 20.8°C / 69°F 13.8° / 27.7° 59.6
Mar 18°C / 64°F 11° / 24.9° 65.0
Apr 14°C / 57°F 6.9° / 21.2° 36.9
May 9.8°C / 50°F 3.3° / 16.3° 33.3
Jun 7.3°C / 45°F 1.7° / 12.9° 39.2
Jul 6.4°C / 44°F 0.8° / 12.1° 41.6
Aug 7.4°C / 45°F 1° / 13.9° 43.4
Sep 10.5°C / 51°F 3.7° / 17.4° 41.0
Oct 13.6°C / 56°F 6.4° / 20.8° 51.2
Nov 17.1°C / 63°F 9.6° / 24.6° 60.9
Dec 19.4°C / 67°F 11.9° / 26.8° 77.7
Wallerawang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,943 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)
Area1,987.2 sq mi (5,146.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4110°N, 150.0646°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M5.3 120 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 122 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 134 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 136 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 135 km
Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 104 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 136 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 114 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 101 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 85 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 142 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 61 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 141 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 139 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 111 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 128 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 95 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 80 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 87 km
Feb 20, 2005 19 km S of Cowra, Australia M2.9 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (6°C) 2.3 in
August 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in

Wallerawang has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Wallerawang

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pulse 89.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Blue Mountains MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Wallerawang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eskbank House
Lithgow Mine State Heritage Park
Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum
Mount Victoria Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Wallerawang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blackheath Library0.0
Lithgow Library0.0
Portland Library0.0
Rydal Library0.0
Wallerawang Library0.0

Hotels in Wallerawang

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Hotel / Top Pub
The Tarana Hotel

Restaurants in Wallerawang

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crib Room Restaurant
Rink 9 Restaurant
Wallerawang / Starlight Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Wallerawang

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wallerawang Bakery and Cafe

Train Stations in Wallerawang

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rydal Station
Tarana
Wallerawang

Gas Stations in Wallerawang

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #646579773
Wallerawang Service Station

Gyms in Wallerawang

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #13505646275

Airports Near Wallerawang

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
Bathurst AirportBHSMedium Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
airlie private stripSmall Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.1Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.2Small Airport
Gingkin AirfieldSmall Airport
Katoomba AirportSmall Airport
Limekilns airfieldSmall Airport
Pipers AirfieldSmall Airport
Rylstone AerodromeSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wallerawang

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wallerawang LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wallerawang

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Saint John the Evangelist Wallerawang
Lidsdale Uniting Church
Rydal Union Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Wallerawang

What is the population of Wallerawang?

Wallerawang has a population of 1,943 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,987.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Wallerawang expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,511, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wallerawang?

Wallerawang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.

How is the job market in Wallerawang?

The unemployment rate in Wallerawang is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $433. There are 185 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wallerawang?

The median home value in Wallerawang is $155,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. The homeownership rate is 74.0%.

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