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Wongarbon, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wongarbon is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 757. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
757 Population 0/sq mi density
1,280 ft Elevation 390 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
25.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,561 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,561 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population757
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,561
Per Capita$28,561
Unemployment2.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership87.8%
Housing Units303

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Population757
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Coordinates-32.3328°, 148.7593°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation25.3 inches (642 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,561
Median Age38.0 years

About Wongarbon

Wongarbon is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 757. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wongarbon has a population of 757 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,913.5 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

757
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
2,913.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wongarbon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wongarbon is $28,561, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,561 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $549, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 72 business establishments.

Income: Wongarbon vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,561
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,561
Avg Weekly Wage$549

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wongarbon is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 87.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 303 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.8%
Owner-Occupied87.8%
Renter-Occupied12.2%
Housing Units303

Property Tax

Climate in Wongarbon

Wongarbon has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 573 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 18.6° / 34.1° 50.1
Feb 25°C / 77°F 17.9° / 32.2° 58.0
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 15.1° / 29.4° 57.1
Apr 18°C / 64°F 10.8° / 25.2° 33.2
May 13.2°C / 56°F 6.4° / 20.1° 35.7
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 4.5° / 16.4° 53.0
Jul 9.4°C / 49°F 2.9° / 15.8° 42.2
Aug 10.3°C / 51°F 3.1° / 17.5° 37.4
Sep 13.8°C / 57°F 6.1° / 21.6° 38.0
Oct 17.7°C / 64°F 9.7° / 25.7° 48.4
Nov 21.4°C / 71°F 13.6° / 29.2° 55.5
Dec 24°C / 75°F 16.2° / 31.9° 64.7
Wongarbon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area2,913.5 sq mi (7,546.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-32.3328°N, 148.7593°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.3"
33% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 13, 2017.

Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 135 km
Aug 21, 1994 16 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.8 129 km
Mar 18, 2008 32 km NE of Peak Hill, Australia M3.7 37 km
Aug 19, 1994 21 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.5 124 km
Sep 13, 1990 New South Wales, Australia M3.5 37 km
Aug 19, 1994 23 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 128 km
Aug 21, 1994 25 km E of Forbes, Australia M3.4 122 km
Aug 19, 1994 22 km ESE of Forbes, Australia M3.0 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in

Wongarbon has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Wongarbon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Wongarbon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dubbo Regional Museum And History Centre
Oxley Museum
Wellington Museum

Libraries in Wongarbon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Macquarie Regional Libaray0.0
Macquarie Regional Library - Wellington Library0.0

Hotels in Wongarbon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ploughmans Rest Tavern

Airports Near Wongarbon

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dubbo City Regional AirportDBOMedium Airport
Narromine AirportQRMMedium Airport
Butheroo Station AirportSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Gilgandra AirportSmall Airport
Glencoe AirportSmall Airport
Grange View homestead airfieldSmall Airport
Parkes private stripSmall Airport
Peak Hill AirportSmall Airport
Wellington AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wongarbon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wongarbon Post Office

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 Wongarbon

What is the population of Wongarbon?

Wongarbon has a population of 757 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,913.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Wongarbon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,561, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wongarbon?

Wongarbon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches.

How is the job market in Wongarbon?

The job market in Wongarbon is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $549. There are 72 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wongarbon?

The median home value in Wongarbon is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 87.8%.

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