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Aurukun, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Aurukun is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,282. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,282 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
64.6 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

Population1,282
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,282
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-13.3558°, 141.7271°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation64.6 inches (1,640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Aurukun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aurukun 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. Aurukun 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

Aurukun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Aurukun has a population of 1,282. 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

1,282
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Aurukun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aurukun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aurukun 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: Aurukun 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 Aurukun, 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: Aurukun 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

Aurukun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 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 59 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.6 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-13.3558°N, 141.7271°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 16.5 in
February 81°F (27°C) 18.4 in Wettest
March 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in
April 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (29°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in

Aurukun has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 74°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (18.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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 Aurukun

What is the population of Aurukun?

Aurukun has a population of 1,282 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Aurukun expensive to live in?

Aurukun 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 Aurukun?

Aurukun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Aurukun?

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

How are the schools in Aurukun?

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

How healthy is Aurukun?

The obesity rate in Aurukun 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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