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Wollongbar, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wollongbar is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,770. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,770 Population 14/sq mi density
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,770 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,770 median income, 3.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Wollongbar

Wollongbar is a town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is located on the Bruxner Highway between the towns of Lismore and Alstonville.

People

Population2,770
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density14/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,770
Per Capita$26,770
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership74.9%
Housing Units1,108

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Population2,770
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates-28.8182°, 153.3969°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,770
Median Age40.0 years

About Wollongbar

Wollongbar is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,770. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet (172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wollongbar has a population of 2,770 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 199.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,770
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
199.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wollongbar vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wollongbar is $26,770, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,770 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $515, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 263 business establishments.

Income: Wollongbar vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,770
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,770
Avg Weekly Wage$515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)263

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wollongbar is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,108 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$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units1,108

Property Tax

Climate in Wollongbar

Wollongbar has an average annual temperature of 19.5°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1693 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 19.7° / 27.3° 154.0
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 19.7° / 27° 214.3
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 18.5° / 26° 229.3
Apr 20°C / 68°F 16.1° / 23.9° 167.3
May 17.3°C / 63°F 13.3° / 21.3° 161.6
Jun 15.3°C / 60°F 11.4° / 19.2° 163.4
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10.4° / 18.9° 93.0
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 11.2° / 20.5° 64.5
Sep 18.5°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.3° 46.0
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 15.2° / 24.3° 110.6
Nov 21.1°C / 70°F 17° / 25.2° 130.2
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 18.8° / 26.9° 159.1
Wollongbar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area199.1 sq mi (515.8 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-28.8182°N, 153.3969°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 9.13"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.97"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 6.8 in
February 75°F (24°C) 8.7 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 9.1 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 7.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.6 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
August 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in Driest
October 67°F (19°C) 4.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in

Wollongbar has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in August to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 65.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.1") and September the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Wollongbar

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
River 94.9 AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Newsradio AAC+ 56 kbps
Smooth FM 95.3 commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Smooth-Relax relax, smooth AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC North Coast AAC 94 kbps
2NCR - River FM AAC 88 kbps
Rim FM 100.1 community MP3 64 kbps
NimFM alternative, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Wollongbar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballina Naval And Maritime Museum
Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
Bangalow Historical Society
Cape Byron Lighthouse Museum
Crawford House
Crawford House Museum
Richmond River Historical Society
Richmond River Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Wollongbar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alstonville Library0.0
Ballina Public Library0.0
Ballina Public Library0.0
Byron Bay Library0.0
Coraki Library0.0
Goonellabah Library0.0
Lennox Head Public Library0.0
Lismore Library0.0
Richmond Tweed Regional Library0.0
SCU Learning Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Wollongbar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bangalow Markets
Byron Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Wollongbar

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Shell

Breweries in Wollongbar

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Common People Brewing Co.
Seven Mile Brewery
Stone & Wood Brewing Company

Airports Near Wollongbar

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba AirportSmall Airport
Tyagarah AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Wollongbar

What is the population of Wollongbar?

Wollongbar has a population of 2,770 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 199.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Wollongbar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,770, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. 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 Wollongbar?

Wollongbar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in Wollongbar?

Wollongbar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $515. There are 263 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wollongbar?

The median home value in Wollongbar is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 74.9%.

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