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Balgal Beach, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Balgal Beach is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 943. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
943 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
67.0 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

Population943
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population943
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-19.0163°, 146.4083°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Balgal Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balgal 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. Balgal 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

Balgal Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Balgal Beach has a population of 943. 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

943
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Balgal Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balgal Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balgal 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: Balgal 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 Balgal 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: Balgal 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

Balgal Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 67.0 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.0 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-19.0163°N, 146.4083°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 12.3 in
February 79°F (26°C) 15.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 9.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 1.4 in Coldest
September 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in

Balgal Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 65°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.1") and July 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 Balgal Beach

What is the population of Balgal Beach?

Balgal Beach has a population of 943 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Balgal Beach expensive to live in?

Balgal 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 Balgal Beach?

Balgal Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Balgal Beach?

Balgal 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 Balgal Beach?

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

How healthy is Balgal Beach?

The obesity rate in Balgal 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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