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West Albury, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

West Albury is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,783. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,783 Population 15/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,837 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,837 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$143,600 home value, $718/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,783
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,837
Per Capita$26,837
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

B+
Home Value$143,600
Rent$718
Ownership68.8%
Housing Units1,513

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Population3,783
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates-36.0798°, 146.8923°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (840 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,837
Median Age46.0 years

About West Albury

West Albury is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,783. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

West Albury has a population of 3,783 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 257.4 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,783
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
257.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

West Albury vs Australia Average

The median household income in West Albury is $26,837, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,837 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $516, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 359 business establishments.

Income: West Albury vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,837
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,837
Avg Weekly Wage$516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)359

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in West Albury is $143,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 68.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,513 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,600
49% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.8%
Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied31.2%
Housing Units1,513

Property Tax

Climate in West Albury

West Albury has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.6°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 700 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 17.6° / 31.7° 52.9
Feb 24°C / 75°F 17.4° / 30.7° 44.9
Mar 21°C / 70°F 14.4° / 27.5° 53.2
Apr 16.5°C / 62°F 10.5° / 22.5° 45.8
May 12.4°C / 54°F 7.4° / 17.3° 48.2
Jun 9.6°C / 49°F 5.5° / 13.7° 67.6
Jul 8.9°C / 48°F 4.9° / 12.8° 74.1
Aug 9.8°C / 50°F 5.1° / 14.5° 72.9
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 7.3° / 17.8° 67.3
Oct 15.7°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.7° 55.9
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 12.8° / 25.9° 63.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 15.1° / 28.9° 53.9
West Albury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 33.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area257.4 sq mi (666.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-36.0798°N, 146.8923°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.2 on Jun 22, 2013.

Jul 17, 1998 17 km WSW of Corryong, Australia M4.1 77 km
Feb 28, 2004 16 km SSE of Junee, Australia M3.9 140 km
Dec 16, 2001 8 km SW of Hotham Heights, Australia M3.4 110 km
May 21, 1994 5 km N of Jindera, Australia M3.4 20 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km WNW of Wangaratta, Australia M3.3 72 km
Jun 22, 2013 24 km SE of Benalla, Australia M3.2 98 km
Jan 25, 2003 2 km NNE of Jindera, Australia M3.2 17 km
Nov 22, 1991 5 km SSW of Benalla, Australia M3.1 101 km
Jun 13, 2000 3 km NNE of Falls Creek, Australia M3.0 91 km
Sep 26, 2003 53 km SSE of Corryong, Australia M3.0 122 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 138 km
Feb 28, 2006 14 km WNW of Falls Creek, Australia M2.9 84 km
Apr 8, 2002 31 km SE of Batlow, Australia M2.8 144 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 147 km
Jun 10, 2007 12 km SE of Myrtleford, Australia M2.6 63 km
Oct 23, 2002 11 km SW of Batlow, Australia M2.6 118 km
May 9, 2003 27 km SE of Euroa, Australia M2.6 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 2.1 in
February 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
April 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
July 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in

West Albury has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 40°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in West Albury

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Albury West Public School
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Radio Stations near West Albury

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.9 The Light christian, melbourne AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Mansfield MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mansfield 99.7FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
2GHR Greater Hume Radio AAC 64 kbps

Museums in West Albury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum Bandiana
Jindera Pioneer Museum
Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA)
The Bonegilla Migrant Experience

Libraries in West Albury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albury LibraryMuseum0.0
Jindera Library0.0
Lavington Library0.0
Upper Murray Regional Library - Wodonga0.0

Farmers Markets in West Albury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Albury Wodonga Farmers Market
Kiewa Street Market

Monuments in West Albury

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

War Memorial Tower

Gas Stations in West Albury

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2123379494

Airports Near West Albury

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albury AirportABXMedium Airport
Corowa AirportCWWMedium Airport
Wangaratta AirportWGTMedium Airport
Beechworth AirstripSmall Airport
Everton (Tarrawingee) AirportSmall Airport
Henty AirportSmall Airport
HentyField Days Site AirportSmall Airport
Holbrook AirportSmall Airport
Milawa (Brown Brothers) AirportSmall Airport
Mitta Mitta AirportSmall Airport
Mount Beauty AirportSmall Airport
Porepunkah AirportMBFSmall Airport
Sunnyside (Walla Walla) AirportSmall Airport
Urana AerodromeSmall 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 West Albury

What is the population of West Albury?

West Albury has a population of 3,783 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 257.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is West Albury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,837, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Albury?

West Albury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches.

How is the job market in West Albury?

The unemployment rate in West Albury is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $516. There are 359 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Albury?

The median home value in West Albury is $143,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $718. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.

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