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True annual cost of living in Berry Jerry, NSW 2701

Living in a house in Berry Jerry costs about $10,778 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Berry Jerry sits 45.3 kilometres from Wagga Wagga CBD. Unit costs come in at $10,618, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,500 body corporate levy. At 45.3km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $4,466 more per year than public transport users.

Last updated July 2026 · Coolamon Council rates 2026-27, ATO 91c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Cheaper to run than 80% of Coolamon suburbs, about 38% below the regional average.
The commute is the biggest expense at $6,866, roughly 64% of the annual total.
Switching from driving to public transport saves $4,466 a year, a significant saving at this distance.
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House annual cost
$10,778
Driving · per year
$898/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$10,618
Incl. body corporate
$885/month
House vs unit difference
−$160
Unit is cheaper per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates
Coolamon rates (OLG 2024-25 + IPART 2026-27 peg) · average rate
$462
Water & sewerage
Regional NSW estimate
$1,300
Driving commute
ATO 91c/km · 45.3km from Wagga Wagga CBD · 192 days
$6,866
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Medium · fire Low
$2,150
Total annual running cost
$10,778
($898/month)
↓ 38% below Coolamon average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●●○ 7.0/10 Good
Cheaper to run than 80% of Coolamon suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).

Estimated electricity cost

typical 2-person household
House
$3,150/yr
6,160 kWh
Unit
$2,611/yr
4,620 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Berry Jerry's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for its electricity network. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.

Getting around Berry Jerry

within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
No scheduled service within a 2 km walk of the suburb centre.
Supermarkets
0
Cafes
0
Parks
0
Counted from OpenStreetMap via Overpass inside a 2 km walking radius of the suburb centre, built 2026-08-07. Distances are straight line from that centre, so a specific address can be closer or further. Mapping is contributed and can lag a new opening.

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Frequently asked questions about Berry Jerry

Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Berry Jerry to Wagga Wagga CBD?

Public transport saves Berry Jerry residents $4,466 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,866 versus $2,400 by public transport using the Opal network.

What are the council rates in Berry Jerry?

Berry Jerry falls under Coolamon Council. The average residential rate for 2026-27 is $462 per year for an owner-occupied house, based on OLG data uplifted by the council's IPART rate peg. Individual properties pay more or less depending on land value. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $462 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Berry Jerry?

Running a unit in Berry Jerry costs approximately $10,618 per year by car or $6,152 by public transport. This includes council rates of $462, water and sewerage $1,300, estimated body corporate levy of $1,500, and contents insurance of $490. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

Is Berry Jerry close to public transport?

No scheduled public transport stop was found within a 2 km walk of the centre of Berry Jerry. The running cost on this page assumes driving, which is why the commute component is the largest line for most suburbs in this position.

What shops and parks are in Berry Jerry?

Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Berry Jerry there are 0 supermarkets, 0 cafes and 0 parks. These counts come from OpenStreetMap via Overpass, which is contributed mapping and can lag a recent opening or closure.

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Data sources: Council rates: Coolamon rates (OLG 2024-25 + IPART 2026-27 peg). Water: Regional NSW estimate. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2026–27 (91c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA ICSEA 2025. Risk: Fire: NSW RFS Bush Fire Prone Land. Flood: modelled from 30m elevation (topographic). Data updated 2026-07.
Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.