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Wynyard, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Wynyard is a small city in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 5,820. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,820 Population 4/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$20,145 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,145 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$124,400 home value, $622/mo rent

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About Wynyard

Wynyard

Wynyard (/ˈwɪnjərd/) wi-nyuhd) is a rural town located on the North West coast of Tasmania, Australia. Wynyard is situated 17 kilometres (11 mi) west of Burnie. As of the 2021 census, Wynyard has an estimated population of 6,296. The town is a regional hub servicing the surrounding rural areas. The main council offices for the Waratah-Wynyard local government area are located in Wynyard.

People

Population5,820
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,145
Per Capita$20,145
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,400
Rent$622
Ownership71.3%
Housing Units2,328

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population5,820
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-40.9897°, 145.7262°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,145
Median Age49.0 years

About Wynyard

Wynyard is a small city in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 5,820. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Wynyard has a population of 5,820 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,487.3 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,820
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
1,487.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wynyard vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wynyard is $20,145, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,145 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $387, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 553 business establishments.

Income: Wynyard vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,145
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,145
Avg Weekly Wage$387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)553

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wynyard is $124,400, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $622 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 71.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,328 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,400
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$622
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.3%
Owner-Occupied71.3%
Renter-Occupied28.7%
Housing Units2,328

Property Tax

Climate in Wynyard

Wynyard has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 949 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.6°C / 62°F 11.3° / 21.8° 47.0
Feb 16.8°C / 62°F 11.8° / 21.8° 41.5
Mar 15.1°C / 59°F 9.8° / 20.4° 48.3
Apr 12.4°C / 54°F 7.2° / 17.7° 67.2
May 10.4°C / 51°F 5.4° / 15.3° 87.1
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 3.9° / 13.6° 100.2
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.5° / 12.9° 121.2
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.9° / 13.4° 109.4
Sep 9.8°C / 50°F 5° / 14.6° 109.1
Oct 11.3°C / 52°F 6.2° / 16.4° 81.9
Nov 13.4°C / 56°F 8.5° / 18.2° 68.7
Dec 15°C / 59°F 9.9° / 20° 67.3
Wynyard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Australia avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area1,487.3 sq mi (3,852.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-40.9897°N, 145.7262°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.10"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 86 km
Feb 7, 2002 86 km S of Currie, Australia M3.9 149 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 10 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.8 in
June 49°F (10°C) 4.9 in
July 48°F (9°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (9°C) 5.4 in
September 51°F (10°C) 4.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in

Wynyard has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 48°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Wynyard

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Boat Harbour Primary School - - - -
Table Cape Primary School - - - -
Wynyard High School - - - -
St Brigid's Catholic School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wynyard

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast (NZ) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 104.5 adult, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Wynyard

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burnie Regional Museum
Wonders of Wynyard

Libraries in Wynyard

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burnie Library0.0
TFHS Burnie Branch Library0.0
Wynyard Library0.0

Hotels in Wynyard

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Federal
Leisure Ville Holiday Centre
Wharf Hotel
Wynyard Hotel

Restaurants in Wynyard

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fatboys
Pizza @ the Top
Purple Sage
Seabreeze at Killynaught
Toy Sun

Cafes in Wynyard

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bruce's Cafe
Cafe Umami
Darty's Cafe
Ladybugs
Lobster Ponds
Noah's Coffee Lounge & Takeaway
Rumour Has It...
Splash
Sweet Sour Spice
The Lunch Company
The Vault

Clinics in Wynyard

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

James Muir Community Health Centre
Saunders Street Clinic
Wynyard Medical Centre

Dentists in Wynyard

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northwest Dental
Wynyard Dental Clinic (Oral Health Services Tasmania)

Veterinaries in Wynyard

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wynyard Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Wynyard

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #2241228144
AU #3925372400
United

Banks in Wynyard

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
B&E
Commonwealth Bank

Gyms in Wynyard

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wynyard Fitness

Golf Courses in Wynyard

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Seabrook Golf Course
Wynyard Golf Course

Airports Near Wynyard

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Smithton AirportSIOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
Mole Creek Airport-Small Airport
The Vale Airport-Small Airport
Waratah Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wynyard

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Boat Harbour Store LBO
Wynyard Post Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wynyard

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Boar Harbour Church
Boat Harbour Church
C3 Church
Saint Stephen's Anglican Church
Seventh-Day Adventist Church Wynyard
St Brigid's Catholic Church
St. Brigid's Catholic Church
Wynyard Baptist Church
Wynyard Baptist Church
Wynyard Bible Chapel
Wynyard New Life Christian Church
Wynyard Uniting Church

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Waterfalls
4
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 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 Wynyard

What is the population of Wynyard?

Wynyard has a population of 5,820 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,487.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wynyard expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,145, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,400 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $622 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wynyard?

Wynyard has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Wynyard?

The unemployment rate in Wynyard is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $387. There are 553 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wynyard?

The median home value in Wynyard is $124,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $622. The homeownership rate is 71.3%.

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