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Yamba, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Yamba is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,913. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
6,913 Population 1/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,348 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$20,348 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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About Yamba

Yamba

Yamba is a town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, located at the mouth of the Clarence River.

People

Population6,913
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,348
Per Capita$20,348
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership71.8%
Housing Units2,765

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population6,913
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-29.4375°, 153.3591°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,348
Median Age57.0 years

About Yamba

Yamba is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,913. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Yamba has a population of 6,913 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,913
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above Australia avg
4,727.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yamba vs Australia Average

The median household income in Yamba is $20,348, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,348 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $391, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 657 business establishments.

Income: Yamba vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,348
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,348
Avg Weekly Wage$391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)657

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yamba is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 71.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,765 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.8%
Owner-Occupied71.8%
Renter-Occupied28.2%
Housing Units2,765

Property Tax

Climate in Yamba

Yamba 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
Yamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area4,727.2 sq mi (12,243.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-29.4375°N, 153.3591°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
51% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.76"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.85"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 6.3 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 5.0 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Yamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and August the driest (1.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Yamba

Institution Type Founded Website
Maclean TAFE Campus College - ,

Schools in Yamba

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yamba Public School - - - -
St James Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yamba

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 Yamba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lawrence Museum
Maclean Stone Cottage & Bicentennial Museum
Squatters Rest Private Museum Image Squatters Rest
The Shed Gallery
Yamba Museum

Libraries in Yamba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iluka Library0.0
Maclean Library0.0
Yamba Library0.0

Hotels in Yamba

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Hotel

Restaurants in Yamba

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BRGR SPOT
El Ocaso
Frangipan
Sweet N Spicy Cafe
The Mexican Yamba
Tom's Seafood Chinese Restaurant

Cafes in Yamba

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caperberry Cafe
Gather
Irons and Craig
Leche
MUSE YAMBA
One Fine Cup
The Angourie Store

Cinemas in Yamba

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yamba Bottom Cinema
Yamba Cinema

Clinics in Yamba

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yamba Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries Clinic
Yamba Skin Clinic

Dentists in Yamba

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Family Dental Yamba
Happy Smiles Yamba

Bus Stations in Yamba

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Busways

Gas Stations in Yamba

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Liberty
Shell
Spar
UGO

Banks in Yamba

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BCU
Commonwealth Bank
NAB

Shopping Malls in Yamba

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yamba Shopping Fair

Gyms in Yamba

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rush Fitness Club

Golf Courses in Yamba

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yamba Golf & Country Club

Airports Near Yamba

8 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yamba

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Anglican Church
St James Catholic Church
Yamba Presbyterian Church
Yamba Uniting Church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Yamba

What is the population of Yamba?

Yamba has a population of 6,913 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yamba expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,348, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Yamba?

Yamba 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 58°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.

How is the job market in Yamba?

Yamba has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $391. There are 657 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yamba?

The median home value in Yamba is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 71.8%.

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