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Wee Waa, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wee Waa is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,072. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,072 Population 0/sq mi density
636 ft Elevation 194 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
24.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,288 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,288 median income, 4.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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About Wee Waa

Wee Waa

Wee Waa is a town located on the north-western slopes of the New England region in New South Wales, Australia. The town is within the Narrabri Shire local government area and is on the Namoi River. Wee Waa is 41 kilometres (25 mi) north-west of Narrabri and 571 kilometres (355 mi) northwest of Sydney on the Kamilaroi Highway. At the 2021 census, Wee Waa had a population of 1,571.

People

Population2,072
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,288
Per Capita$23,288
Unemployment4.9%

Housing

B+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units829

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Population2,072
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates-30.2266°, 149.4404°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation24.4 inches (619 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,288
Median Age38.0 years

About Wee Waa

Wee Waa is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,072. The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet (194 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wee Waa has a population of 2,072 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,917.7 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,072
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
4,917.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wee Waa vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wee Waa is $23,288, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,288 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $448, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 197 business establishments.

Income: Wee Waa vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,288
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,288
Avg Weekly Wage$448

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)197

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wee Waa is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 829 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units829

Property Tax

Wee Waa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area4,917.7 sq mi (12,736.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-30.2266°N, 149.4404°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.4"
36% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 8, 2012.

Jun 8, 2012 22 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.1 109 km
Jun 8, 2012 23 km ESE of Blair Athol, Australia M4.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
April 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in Driest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 2.3 in
December 78°F (25°C) 2.4 in

Wee Waa has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 52°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Wee Waa

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wee Waa Public School - - - -
Wee Waa High School - - - -
Namoi Valley Christian School - - - -
Saint Joseph's Primary School - - - -
Wee Waa High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wee Waa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Station X - XRN Australia adult contemporary, oldies AAC+ 96 kbps
FSJ Radio - XRN Australia - AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Wee Waa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Namoi Echo Museum

Libraries in Wee Waa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Wee Waa Public Library0.0

Cafes in Wee Waa

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

House on Rose
Palmer's Market Cafe
Wee Waa Hot Bread

Gas Stations in Wee Waa

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP 24Hr Card
Pearl Energy

Gyms in Wee Waa

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Focus Fitness

Golf Courses in Wee Waa

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wee Waa Golf Course

Airports Near Wee Waa

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moree AirportMRZMedium Airport
Narrabri AirportNAAMedium Airport
Baradine Airport-Small Airport
Boggabri Airport-Small Airport
Boolcarrol Station Airport-Small Airport
Burren Junction Airport-Small Airport
Burren Junction Airstrip-Small Airport
Collymongle Airport-Small Airport
Greenbah Airport-Small Airport
Pilliga Airport-Small Airport
Togo Station Airport-Small Airport
Wee Waa AirportWEWSmall Airport
WeeWaa 2nd Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wee Waa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wee Waa LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wee Waa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Wee Waa Anglican Church
Wee Waa Presbyterian Church

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 Wee Waa

What is the population of Wee Waa?

Wee Waa has a population of 2,072 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,917.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Wee Waa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,288, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Wee Waa?

Wee Waa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.

How is the job market in Wee Waa?

Wee Waa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $448. There are 197 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wee Waa?

The median home value in Wee Waa is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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