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Bakers Creek, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Bakers Creek is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,136. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,136 Population 4/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$30,961 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$30,961 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$224,200 home value, $1,121/mo rent

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About Bakers Creek

Bakers Creek is a rural town and coastal locality in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Bakers Creek had a population of 1,590 people.

People

Population1,136
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,961
Per Capita$30,961
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$224,200
Rent$1,121
Ownership74.8%
Housing Units454

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population1,136
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-21.2199°, 149.1468°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,961
Median Age35.0 years

About Bakers Creek

Bakers Creek is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,136. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Bakers Creek has a population of 1,136 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,136
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bakers Creek vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bakers Creek is $30,961, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,961 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $595, 58% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 108 business establishments.

Income: Bakers Creek vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,961
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,961
Avg Weekly Wage$595

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)108

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bakers Creek is $224,200, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,121 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 74.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 454 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,200
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,121
4% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.8%
Owner-Occupied74.8%
Renter-Occupied25.2%
Housing Units454

Property Tax

Climate in Bakers Creek

Bakers Creek has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
Bakers Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-21.2199°N, 149.1468°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 13.39"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Apr 12, 2002.

Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 113 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 140 km
2010 Ului Category 1 112 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 195 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 178 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 252 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 168 km
1980 Simon Category 3 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 10.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 13.4 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 9.8 in
April 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest

Bakers Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 61.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.4") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Bakers Creek

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dundula State School
Chelona State School
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Radio Stations near Bakers Creek

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Bakers Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Field of Dreams Museum

Libraries in Bakers Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Sarina Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bakers Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Gas Stations in Bakers Creek

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2209520554

Golf Courses in Bakers Creek

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Springs Golf Course

Airports Near Bakers Creek

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
Bundarra AirportSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bakers Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mackay Islamic Society

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 Bakers Creek

What is the population of Bakers Creek?

Bakers Creek has a population of 1,136 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bakers Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,961, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,200 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,121 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bakers Creek?

Bakers Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Bakers Creek?

Bakers Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $595. There are 108 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bakers Creek?

The median home value in Bakers Creek is $224,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,121. The homeownership rate is 74.8%.

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