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Aratula, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Aratula is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 541. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
541 Population 35/sq mi density
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,821 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$20,821 median income, 3.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $803/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population541
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density35/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,821
Per Capita$20,821
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

C
Home Value$160,600
Rent$803
Ownership81.9%
Housing Units216

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Population541
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates-27.9833°, 152.5333°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,821
Median Age42.0 years

About Aratula

Aratula is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 541. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet (121 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Aratula has a population of 541 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 15.4 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

541
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
15.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Aratula vs Australia Average

The median household income in Aratula is $20,821, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,821 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $400, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Aratula vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,821
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,821
Avg Weekly Wage$400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Aratula is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 81.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 216 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.9%
Owner-Occupied81.9%
Renter-Occupied18.1%
Housing Units216

Property Tax

Aratula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area15.4 sq mi (39.8 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates-27.9833°N, 152.5333°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.10"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.3 in Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
April 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in

Aratula has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Aratula

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aratula State School
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Radio Stations near Aratula

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
West Bremer Radio AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Aratula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Panorama Motorcycle Museum
Templin Historical Village

Libraries in Aratula

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boonah Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Aratula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boonah Country Markets

Cafes in Aratula

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Moogerah Cafe

Gas Stations in Aratula

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Aratula
BP Aratula
Caltex Aratula
Shell Aratula Truckstop

Breweries in Aratula

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Scenic Rim Brewery

Airports Near Aratula

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Toowoomba Wellcamp AirportWTBLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Aratula AirstripSmall Airport
Argyle AirstripSmall Airport
Blenheim AirstripSmall Airport
Boonah AirportSmall Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Cambooya AirfieldSmall Airport
Cherrabah AirportCRHSmall Airport
Churchable AirstripSmall Airport
Clifton AirportSmall Airport
CoominyaSmall Airport
Crowley Vale private airfieldSmall Airport
Ellinthorp AirstripSmall Airport
Emu Gully (Toowoomba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gatton AirparkSmall Airport
Glen Aplin private stripSmall Airport
Greenmount ALASmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Mount Walker airstripSmall Airport
Stanthorpe AirportSNHSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private stripSmall Airport
Toowoomba AirportTWBSmall Airport
Warwick AirportWAZSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
2
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aratula

What is the population of Aratula?

Aratula has a population of 541 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 15.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Aratula expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,821, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Aratula?

Aratula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in Aratula?

Aratula has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $400. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Aratula?

The median home value in Aratula is $160,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $803. The homeownership rate is 81.9%.

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