Cobar
Cobar is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking 22nd of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"Outback mining town — copper heritage and vast western NSW plains"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 4,500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
61 out of 100
#13 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#22 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 32/100 |
| Community Services | 81/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 38/100 |
| Core Operations | 93/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Cobar performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 93% of peers), with room to improve in financial sustainability (currently at the 32th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Outback mining town — copper heritage and vast western NSW plains
Cobar is a working mining town in western NSW with a rich copper mining history.
Known For
- Working copper and gold mines
- Great Cobar Heritage Centre
- Outback gateway town
- Vast western NSW pastoral country
Living Here
Cobar is a remote mining town. Affordable with basic services. The mining economy provides employment.
Hidden Gem
Mount Grenfell Historic Site — remarkable Aboriginal rock art in the outback near Cobar.