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Woonona, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Woonona is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 11,980. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
11,980 Population 26/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,634 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,634 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$222,600 home value, $1,113/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,980
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density26/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,634
Per Capita$26,634
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$222,600
Rent$1,113
Ownership74.7%
Housing Units4,792

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population11,980
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-34.3493°, 150.9144°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,634
Median Age43.0 years

About Woonona

Woonona is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 11,980. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Woonona has a population of 11,980 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 469.5 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,980
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
469.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Woonona vs Australia Average

The median household income in Woonona is $26,634, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,634 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $512, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,138 business establishments.

Income: Woonona vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,634
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,634
Avg Weekly Wage$512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Woonona is $222,600, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,113 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 74.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,792 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,600
21% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,113
4% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.7%
Owner-Occupied74.7%
Renter-Occupied25.3%
Housing Units4,792

Property Tax

Climate in Woonona

Woonona has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1146 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 19.2° / 25.1° 88.6
Feb 22°C / 72°F 19.1° / 24.8° 143.2
Mar 21°C / 70°F 18.1° / 24° 142.2
Apr 19°C / 66°F 15.8° / 22.3° 92.8
May 16.4°C / 62°F 13° / 19.9° 51.7
Jun 14.4°C / 58°F 11.2° / 17.7° 125.4
Jul 13.6°C / 56°F 10.1° / 17.2° 78.9
Aug 14.2°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18° 107.5
Sep 16.4°C / 62°F 12.4° / 20.3° 51.6
Oct 18°C / 64°F 14.2° / 21.7° 71.7
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 16° / 22.5° 117.0
Dec 20.9°C / 70°F 17.7° / 24.1° 75.3
Woonona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area469.5 sq mi (1,216.0 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates-34.3493°N, 150.9144°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.73"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 35 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 32 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 46 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 70 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 50 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 132 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 108 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 14 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 55 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
February 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
December 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in

Woonona has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 55°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Woonona

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Woonona Primary School
Woonona High School
Woonona East Public School
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Radio Stations near Woonona

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sky News Australia Radio conservative, discussion AAC+ 64 kbps
Triple J AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple J (QLD) alternative, indie AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Sydney news, talk AAC 94 kbps
triple j (NSW) dance, hip-hop AAC 238 kbps
Indian link radio music MP3 128 kbps
2SM SRN Sydney news talk, sport AAC+ 64 kbps
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC RN culture, history AAC+ 56 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
Bondi Radio (MP3) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Starter FM dance, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Eastside Radio 89.7FM AAC 192 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 AAC+ 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio AAC+ 64 kbps
i98FM MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Woonona

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Black Diamond Heritage Centre
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Breakwater Battery Military Museum
Historical Aircraft Restoration Society
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum
Illawarra Light Railway Museum
Science Space
Science Space
Shellharbour City Museum
The Old Court House
The Old Court House
Tongarra Museum

Libraries in Woonona

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albion Park library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Bulli Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Corrimal Library0.0
Dapto District Library0.0
Helensburgh Library0.0
Oak Flats Library0.0
Shellharbour Branch Library0.0
Shellharbour City Library0.0
Thirroul Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
Unanderra Library0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
University of Wollongong Library (16)0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong District Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Warrawong Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0
Wollongong City Library0.0

Cafes in Woonona

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Break Cafe

Train Stations in Woonona

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woonona

Breweries in Woonona

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Resin Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Woonona

TeamLeagueDivision
WIN Entertainment Centre
WIN Stadium

Airports Near Woonona

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
Bowral Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Bullio AirportSmall Airport
Cambewarra AirstripSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Jaspers Brush AirfieldSmall Airport
Katoomba AirportSmall Airport
Mittagong AirportSmall Airport
Robertson AirstripSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Tadji Park AirstripSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport
Yerranderie AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Woonona

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Woonona East Post Office

Treatment Centers in Woonona

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Illawarra Cancer Care Centre
Illawarra Radiology Group
Wollongong Campus Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Woonona

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Woonona Presbyterian Community Church

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 Woonona

What is the population of Woonona?

Woonona has a population of 11,980 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 469.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Woonona expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,634, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Woonona?

Woonona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

How is the job market in Woonona?

Woonona has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $512. There are 1,138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Woonona?

The median home value in Woonona is $222,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,113. The homeownership rate is 74.7%.

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