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Woongarrah, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Woongarrah is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 5,147. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
5,147 Population 6/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,243 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,243 median income, 4.5% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$287,200 home value, $1,436/mo rent

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About Woongarrah

Woongarrah is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area, as well as part of the Warnervale development precinct.

People

Population5,147
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,243
Per Capita$27,243
Unemployment4.5%

Housing

F
Home Value$287,200
Rent$1,436
Ownership75.7%
Housing Units2,059

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population5,147
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-33.2413°, 151.4756°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,243
Median Age36.0 years

About Woongarrah

Woongarrah is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 5,147. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Woongarrah has a population of 5,147 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,147
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
901.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Woongarrah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Woongarrah is $27,243, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,243 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $524, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 489 business establishments.

Income: Woongarrah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,243
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,243
Avg Weekly Wage$524

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)489

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Woongarrah is $287,200, 2% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,436 (23% above the national average of $1,163). 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,059 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,200
2% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,436
23% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units2,059

Property Tax

Climate in Woongarrah

Woongarrah has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Woongarrah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area901.8 sq mi (2,335.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-33.2413°N, 151.4756°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 39 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 72 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 119 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 122 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 124 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 117 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 131 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 114 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 118 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 131 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 100 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 41 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 120 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 86 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 134 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 115 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 113 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 110 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in
February 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in

Woongarrah has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Woongarrah

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MacKillop Catholic College Warnervale
Woongarrah Public School
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Radio Stations near Woongarrah

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Woongarrah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
Old Sydney Town
RSL Museum
South Sea Island Museum
St Joseph's Boys Home Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Woongarrah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Gwandalan Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Redhead Library0.0
Swansea Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Windale Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Woongarrah

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
Toukley Lions Markets

Clinics in Woongarrah

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Warnervale GP SuperClinic

Breweries in Woongarrah

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Woongarrah

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Airports Near Woongarrah

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Woongarrah

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

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 Woongarrah

What is the population of Woongarrah?

Woongarrah has a population of 5,147 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Woongarrah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,243, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $287,200 (2% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,436 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Woongarrah?

Woongarrah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Woongarrah?

Woongarrah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $524. There are 489 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Woongarrah?

The median home value in Woongarrah is $287,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,436. The homeownership rate is 75.7%.

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