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Armstrong Beach, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Armstrong Beach is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 859. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
859 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
56.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population859
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population859
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-21.4481°, 149.2882°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation56.8 inches (1,443 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Armstrong Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Armstrong Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Armstrong Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Armstrong Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Armstrong Beach has a population of 859. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

859
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Armstrong Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Armstrong Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Armstrong Beach is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Armstrong Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Armstrong Beach, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Armstrong Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Armstrong Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.8 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-21.4481°N, 149.2882°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in Warmest
February 80°F (26°C) 12.5 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 8.9 in
April 74°F (24°C) 4.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
October 74°F (24°C) 2.1 in
November 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 7.3 in

Armstrong Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 63°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.5") and September the driest (0.8").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Armstrong Beach

What is the population of Armstrong Beach?

Armstrong Beach has a population of 859 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Armstrong Beach expensive to live in?

Armstrong Beach is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Armstrong Beach?

Armstrong Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Armstrong Beach?

Armstrong Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Armstrong Beach?

35.0% of adults in Armstrong Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Armstrong Beach?

The obesity rate in Armstrong Beach is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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