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Moonbah

NSW 2627 • New South Wales

564
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
154.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainQuietSemi-Rural

About Moonbah

Moonbah is a rural locality in New South Wales, situated in the high country of the Snowy Mountains region near Jindabyne within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area. The locality covers approximately 155 square kilometres of elevated pastoral land and recorded a population of 564 at the 2021 Census, with a median household income modestly above national rural averages. Set amongst the open river flats and montane grasslands of the upper Snowy River catchment, Moonbah experiences cool to cold winters and mild summers characteristic of the NSW high country.

Moonbah lies within the postcode shared with Jindabyne, the nearest town and service centre, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and access to the ski resorts and national parks of the broader Snowy Mountains. Lake Jindabyne and Kosciuszko National Park are close at hand, offering world-class trout fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and in winter, easy access to the Perisher and Thredbo ski areas. Public transport is minimal in this rural setting, and a private vehicle is essential; the Snowy Mountains Highway and Kosciuszko Road provide the main connections to the surrounding region.

Moonbah falls under postcode 2627 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Benambra (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2627
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Benambra (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.41°, 148.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
154.77 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Moonbah for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.1M
7 sales · ▼ 33.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited seasonal services — Jindabyne and Snowy Mountains ski areas Services vary; primarily winter ski season shuttles

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail connection at Cooma (~60 km) with connecting coach to Canberra or Sydney
By Car (Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 45 min – 5 hr 15 min

🛣️ Canberra CBD approximately 150 km north (~1 hr 45 min drive); Snowy Mountains Highway and Monaro Highway provide access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require driving to Jindabyne or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
564
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonbah known for? +

Moonbah is a quiet rural locality in the NSW Snowy Mountains region, known for its elevated pastoral scenery and proximity to Jindabyne, Lake Jindabyne, and Kosciuszko National Park. The surrounding area is celebrated for trout fishing, alpine hiking, and winter skiing at Perisher and Thredbo.

How far is Moonbah from Sydney? +

Moonbah is approximately 490 kilometres south-west of Sydney, around a 5 hour drive via the Hume and Snowy Mountains highways. Canberra is a more accessible reference point, sitting roughly 150 kilometres to the north — about 1 hour 45 minutes by car.

Does Moonbah have public transport? +

Moonbah has no regular public transport service. Limited seasonal shuttles operate in the Snowy Mountains during the ski season, but outside of this a private vehicle is essential. The nearest rail connection is at Cooma, approximately 60 kilometres to the north.

What is the population of Moonbah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moonbah has a population of 564 people across its 155 square kilometre area, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled high country pastoral locality near Jindabyne in the NSW Snowy Mountains.

Is Moonbah a good place to live? +

Moonbah appeals to those who value a remote mountain lifestyle surrounded by the natural landscapes of the Snowy Mountains, with easy access to Kosciuszko National Park, Lake Jindabyne, and ski resorts. It is best suited to households comfortable with full car dependency and proximity to Jindabyne for daily services.

What is the postcode for Moonbah? +

The postcode for Moonbah is 2627, which it shares with Jindabyne and several other localities in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Moonbah? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000, down 33.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.