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Wyong, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Wyong is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 4,309. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
4,309 Population 5/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,550 Median Income
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Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,550 median income, 8.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Wyong

Wyong

Wyong is a town on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It is located approximately 63 km (39 mi) South-South-West of Newcastle and 93 km (58 mi) North-North-East of the state capital Sydney. Established in 1888, it is one of the two administrative centres for the Central Coast Council local government area.

People

Population4,309
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,550
Per Capita$20,550
Unemployment8.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership58.6%
Housing Units1,724

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population4,309
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-33.2825°, 151.4233°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,550
Median Age45.0 years

About Wyong

Wyong is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 4,309. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Wyong has a population of 4,309 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,309
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
901.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wyong vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wyong is $20,550, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,550 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $395, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 409 business establishments.

Income: Wyong vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,550
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,550
Avg Weekly Wage$395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)409

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wyong is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 58.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,724 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.6%
Owner-Occupied58.6%
Renter-Occupied41.4%
Housing Units1,724

Property Tax

Climate in Wyong

Wyong has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1128 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 16.3° / 27.1° 106.5
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 142.4
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.1° 122.0
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 102.5
May 14.2°C / 58°F 9.4° / 19° 111.4
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.4° 131.4
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 6.3° / 16° 59.1
Aug 12.1°C / 54°F 6.4° / 17.9° 62.5
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 53.1
Oct 16.9°C / 62°F 10.8° / 23° 69.1
Nov 18.7°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.5° 92.3
Dec 20°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.3° 75.5
Wyong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area901.8 sq mi (2,335.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-33.2825°N, 151.4233°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 41 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 73 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 120 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 123 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 125 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 118 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 145 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 124 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 108 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 111 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 132 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 107 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 43 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 115 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 84 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 127 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 116 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 119 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 112 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°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 57°F (14°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

Wyong 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 Wyong

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wyong High School — — — —
Saint Cecilia's Catholic Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Wyong

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 Wyong

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 Wyong

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
Swansea Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Umina Public Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wyong

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

Hotels in Wyong

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grand Hotel Wyong
Royal Hotel Wyong

Restaurants in Wyong

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hungry Puppets Modern Indian Cuisine
Osteria A' Mano
Pacific Chinese Cuisine
Pizza In The Pan
Royal Hotel Wyong
Ru's Chinese Restaurant
Siam Terrace
Woodblock Bar & Grill

Cafes in Wyong

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daily Dough Co
Duck Duck Moose
Glee Coffee Roasters
The Milk Factory Cafe
Wyong Lunch Box

Theatres in Wyong

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Art House

Clinics in Wyong

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre

Dentists in Wyong

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Church St. Dental
Wyong Denture Clinic

Train Stations in Wyong

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wyong

Gas Stations in Wyong

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Caltex
Westside

Shopping Malls in Wyong

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Village Central Wyong

Gyms in Wyong

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Sorts Fitness

Golf Courses in Wyong

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kooindah Waters Golf Course

Breweries in Wyong

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

Stadiums & Teams in Wyong

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Airports Near Wyong

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large Airport
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra Airfield—Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Elderslie Airport—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre Airfield—Small Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstrip—Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield—Small Airport
Warkworth Airport—Small Airport
Warnervale Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Wyong

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wyong Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wyong

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wyong

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
C3 Church Tuggerah
Central Coast Islamic Cultural Centre - Wyong Masjid
St Cecilia's Church Wyong
St James Anglican Church Wyong
Wyong Baptist Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Wyong

What is the population of Wyong?

Wyong has a population of 4,309 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 901.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wyong expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,550, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wyong?

Wyong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

How is the job market in Wyong?

The job market in Wyong faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $395. There are 409 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wyong?

The median home value in Wyong is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 58.6%.

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