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Wingham, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wingham is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 5,329. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
5,329 Population 1/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,503 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$19,503 median income, 7.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$172,400 home value, $862/mo rent

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About Wingham

Wingham

Wingham is a town in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia in the Mid-Coast Council area 329 kilometres (204 mi) north of Sydney. According to the 2021 census, Wingham had a population of 5,395.

People

Population5,329
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,503
Per Capita$19,503
Unemployment7.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$172,400
Rent$862
Ownership76.9%
Housing Units2,132

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population5,329
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-31.8668°, 152.3699°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,503
Median Age47.0 years

About Wingham

Wingham is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 5,329. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wingham has a population of 5,329 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,655.1 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,329
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
4,655.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wingham vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wingham is $19,503, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,503 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $375, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 506 business establishments.

Income: Wingham vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,503
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,503
Avg Weekly Wage$375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)506

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wingham is $172,400, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 76.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,132 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,400
39% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.9%
Owner-Occupied76.9%
Renter-Occupied23.1%
Housing Units2,132

Property Tax

Climate in Wingham

Wingham has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1095 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 18.4° / 29.2° 87.9
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 18.2° / 28.5° 144.8
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 16.8° / 26.9° 169.7
Apr 19°C / 66°F 13.7° / 24.4° 97.5
May 15.8°C / 60°F 9.9° / 21.6° 67.6
Jun 13.6°C / 56°F 8.3° / 19° 105.2
Jul 12.6°C / 55°F 6.4° / 18.8° 45.7
Aug 13.5°C / 56°F 6.8° / 20.2° 53.2
Sep 16.2°C / 61°F 9.3° / 23.1° 45.0
Oct 18.4°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.8° 78.7
Nov 20.8°C / 69°F 15.2° / 26.3° 108.5
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16.9° / 27.8° 91.4
Wingham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area4,655.1 sq mi (12,056.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-31.8668°N, 152.3699°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.9"
24% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 19, 2017.

Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 89 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 85 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 5.1 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Coldest
July 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in

Wingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Wingham

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Taree Christian College - - - -
Wingham High School - - - -
St Josephs Primary School - - - -
Wingham Brush Public School - - - -
Top Farm - - - -
Wingham Public School - - - -
Nautilus Senior College Yulinbal Campus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wingham

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Wingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cundletown And Lower Manning Historical Society Mu
Gem and Mineral Museum
National Motorbike Museum
Tinonee Historical Museum
Wingham Museum

Libraries in Wingham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Greater Taree City Library0.0
Hallidays Point Library0.0
Nabiac Branch Library0.0
Old Bar Community Library0.0
Wingham Library0.0

Hotels in Wingham

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wingham Hotel

Cafes in Wingham

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bent on Food
Coffee on Isabella
Little Red
The Garden Grub

Clinics in Wingham

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #658013069

Dentists in Wingham

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Smile Craft Dental

Train Stations in Wingham

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wingham

Gas Stations in Wingham

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Liberty
Manning Smash & Auto Repairs

Banks in Wingham

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Regional Australia Bank

Shopping Malls in Wingham

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wingham Plaza

Gyms in Wingham

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Body Strength Health & Fitness

Stadiums & Teams in Wingham

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Wingham

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Macquarie AirportPQQMedium Airport
Taree AirportTROMedium Airport
Camden Haven Airport-Small Airport
Cooplacurripa-Small Airport
Dexfield Park-Small Airport
Forster (Wallis Is) AirportFOTSmall Airport
Gloucester Airport-Small Airport
Old Bar Heritage Airport-Small Airport
The Lakes Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wingham

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wingham LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wingham

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Wingham Baptist Church
Wingham Presbyterian Church (St Andrew's)
Wingham Seventh Day Adventist 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 Wingham

What is the population of Wingham?

Wingham has a population of 5,329 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,655.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wingham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,503, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $172,400 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wingham?

Wingham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.

How is the job market in Wingham?

The unemployment rate in Wingham is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $375. There are 506 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wingham?

The median home value in Wingham is $172,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $862. The homeownership rate is 76.9%.

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