Wagga Wagga
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Wagga Wagga, set along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, is a lively regional city known for its blend of country charm and modern amenities. It offers a diverse arts scene, beautiful outdoor spaces, and a friendly, community-driven atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
49,686
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-35.19°, 147.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,280
Local Cost
$1,402
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
16.1°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
7.9°C
Record High
45.9°C
Record Low
-3.2°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
558 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
WGA
Distance
10 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.