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Wolumla, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wolumla is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 672. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
672 Population 0/sq mi density
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,322 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$23,322 median income, 2.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$179,200 home value, $896/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population672
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$23,322
Per Capita$23,322
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$179,200
Rent$896
Ownership92.0%
Housing Units269

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Population672
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-36.8308°, 149.8131°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,322
Median Age45.0 years

About Wolumla

Wolumla is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 672. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wolumla has a population of 672 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

672
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
2,495.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wolumla vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wolumla is $23,322, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,322 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $449, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Wolumla vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,322
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,322
Avg Weekly Wage$449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wolumla is $179,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 92.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 269 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.0%
Owner-Occupied92.0%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units269

Property Tax

Climate in Wolumla

Wolumla has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.1°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.1°C / 68°F 15.3° / 24.9° 53.4
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 15.5° / 24.7° 90.6
Mar 18.6°C / 65°F 13.7° / 23.6° 88.1
Apr 16.4°C / 62°F 11.1° / 21.8° 66.9
May 13.5°C / 56°F 7.6° / 19.4° 39.8
Jun 11.3°C / 52°F 5.6° / 17° 80.2
Jul 10.5°C / 51°F 4.3° / 16.7° 43.8
Aug 11.2°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.5° 41.9
Sep 13°C / 55°F 6.7° / 19.3° 42.4
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 9.2° / 21° 64.9
Nov 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 76.6
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 14° / 23.5° 59.5
Wolumla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area2,495.1 sq mi (6,462.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.8308°N, 149.8131°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.25"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 57 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 100 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 110 km
May 17, 2003 8 km NW of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M3.0 143 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 110 km
Jul 30, 2002 11 km S of Kosciuszko National Park, Australia M2.7 128 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
February 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
August 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in

Wolumla has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Wolumla

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Grandstand Radio live sports, sport UNKNOWN

Museums in Wolumla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bega Pioneers Muesum
Eden Killer Whale Museum
Mary MacKillop Museum
Old School Museum
Tathra Wharf Museum

Libraries in Wolumla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bega Library0.0
Eden Library0.0

Airports Near Wolumla

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Merimbula AirportMIMMedium Airport
Bombala AirportSmall Airport
Bunyan AirfieldSmall Airport
Cann River AirportSmall Airport
Cooma/Polo Flat AirportSmall Airport
frogs hollows airfieldSmall Airport
Gabo Island AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wolumla

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wolumla LPO

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Wolumla

What is the population of Wolumla?

Wolumla has a population of 672 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,495.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wolumla expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,322, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $179,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wolumla?

Wolumla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Wolumla?

The job market in Wolumla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $449. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wolumla?

The median home value in Wolumla is $179,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $896. The homeownership rate is 92.0%.

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