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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).

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
850 Population 0/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
52.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$16,697 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$16,697 median income, 8.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $825/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population850
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

F
Home Value$165,000
Rent$825
Ownership87.6%
Housing Units340

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population850
Population Density0 / sq mi
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

About Woombah

Woombah is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Woombah has a population of 850 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

850
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
4,727.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Woombah vs Australia 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 average weekly wage is $321, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 81 business establishments.

Income: Woombah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,697
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,697
Avg Weekly Wage$321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)81

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Woombah is $165,000, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 87.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 340 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.6%
Owner-Occupied87.6%
Renter-Occupied12.4%
Housing Units340

Property Tax

Climate in Woombah

Woombah has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.1°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 1402 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 20.8° / 27.4° 135.3
Feb 24°C / 75°F 20.8° / 27.2° 153.3
Mar 23°C / 73°F 19.5° / 26.4° 202.5
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.5° 138.7
May 17.9°C / 64°F 13.6° / 22.2° 139.6
Jun 15.8°C / 60°F 11.4° / 20.1° 155.9
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.8° 78.4
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.8° / 20.9° 70.6
Sep 18.2°C / 65°F 13.6° / 22.8° 39.2
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 15.8° / 23.9° 76.2
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 17.8° / 25.1° 103.3
Dec 22.9°C / 73°F 19.5° / 26.3° 108.8
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area4,727.2 sq mi (12,243.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-29.3618°N, 153.2824°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.5"
38% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.61"

Air Quality

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").

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Schools in Woombah

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chatsworth Island Public School
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Radio Stations near Woombah

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
TLC FM The Lower Clarence Valley Yamba NSW Australia community radio, nsw AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Woombah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lawrence Museum
Maclean Stone Cottage & Bicentennial Museum
New Italy Museum
The Shed Gallery
Yamba Museum

Libraries in Woombah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Evans Head Branch Library0.0
Iluka Library0.0
Maclean Library0.0
Yamba Library0.0

Airports Near Woombah

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Clarence Valley Regional AirportGFNMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Baryulgil AirstripSmall Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba AirportSmall Airport
South Grafton AirportSmall Airport

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 Woombah

What is the population of Woombah?

Woombah has a population of 850 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. 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?

The median household income is $16,697, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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.

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%. The average weekly wage is $321. There are 81 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Woombah?

The median home value in Woombah is $165,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $825. The homeownership rate is 87.6%.

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