Yass
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Yass is a picturesque rural town in New South Wales, known for its rich colonial history, friendly community, and proximity to the scenic Yass River. The town combines historic charm with pleasant parks and lively local events, making it a welcoming stop between Canberra and Sydney.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
6,763
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-34.84°, 148.91°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,486
Local Cost
$1,430
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
72
English
98
Temperature
14.0°C
Summer Avg
21.6°C
Winter Avg
6.5°C
Record High
42.5°C
Record Low
-3.5°C
Humidity
68%
Precipitation
614 mm
Internet Speed
55 Mbps
Upload
20 Mbps
Latency
20 ms
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
8
Nightlife
4
Parks
8
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
251.0
Airport
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Distance
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 68/100.