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Woombah, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Woombah is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 850. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
850 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$16,697 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$16,697 median income, 8.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$825/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,697
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population850
Median Age56.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,697
Per Capita$16,697
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population850
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-29.3618°, 153.2824°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation52.5 inches (1,334 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,697
Median Age56.0 years

Is Woombah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woombah receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Woombah has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woombah is $16,697, 78% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Woombah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Woombah has a population of 850. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

850
Total Population
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Woombah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Woombah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woombah is $16,697, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,697 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Woombah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,697
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

In Woombah, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Woombah vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Woombah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-29.3618°N, 153.2824°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 7.3 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Woombah has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 57°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.6").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Woombah

What is the population of Woombah?

Woombah has a population of 850 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Woombah expensive to live in?

Woombah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $16,697, 78% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Woombah?

Woombah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Woombah?

The job market in Woombah faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Woombah?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $825.

How are the schools in Woombah?

35.0% of adults in Woombah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Woombah?

The obesity rate in Woombah is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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