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Benaraby, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Benaraby is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,309. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,309 Population 5/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
27.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$29,575 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$29,575 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Benaraby

Benaraby

Benaraby is a rural town and locality in the Gladstone Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Benaraby had a population of 1,166 people.

People

Population1,309
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,575
Per Capita$29,575
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership91.6%
Housing Units524

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population1,309
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-24.0042°, 151.3341°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (707 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,575
Median Age41.0 years

About Benaraby

Benaraby is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,309. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Benaraby has a population of 1,309 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,309
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
291.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Benaraby vs Australia Average

The median household income in Benaraby is $29,575, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,575 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $569, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Benaraby vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,575
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,575
Avg Weekly Wage$569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Benaraby is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 91.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 524 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.6%
Owner-Occupied91.6%
Renter-Occupied8.4%
Housing Units524

Property Tax

Climate in Benaraby

Benaraby has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 833 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.7° 154.3
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.5° 155.3
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 21.8° / 30.5° 103.1
Apr 24.2°C / 76°F 19.7° / 28.6° 42.1
May 21.6°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.1° 31.2
Jun 19.2°C / 67°F 14.7° / 23.8° 36.8
Jul 18.7°C / 66°F 13.9° / 23.5° 24.8
Aug 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 24.9° 32.7
Sep 22°C / 72°F 17° / 27.1° 29.5
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 18.9° / 28.9° 50.5
Nov 25.5°C / 78°F 20.7° / 30.4° 57.0
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 22.1° / 31.4° 115.6
Benaraby enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area291.3 sq mi (754.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-24.0042°N, 151.3341°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.9"
27% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.26"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Feb 15, 2015.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 135 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 58 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 239 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 200 km
1980 Simon Category 3 121 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 6.0 in Warmest
March 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 4.8 in

Benaraby has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Benaraby

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Benaraby State School - - - -
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Museums in Benaraby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum
H.M.A.S. Glastone
Model Train Club and Railway Museum

Libraries in Benaraby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boyne Island Library0.0
Calliope Library0.0
Gladstone Regional Council Library0.0

Gas Stations in Benaraby

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #1834788611
AU #3049885135
Caltex

Airports Near Benaraby

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Agnes Water private Airport-Small Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing Area-Small Airport
Old Station Airfield-Small Airport
private airfield agnes waters-Small Airport
private airstrip agnes waters-Small Airport
private runway agnes waters-Small Airport
Rodds Bay Airstrip-Small Airport

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 Benaraby

What is the population of Benaraby?

Benaraby has a population of 1,309 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Benaraby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,575, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Benaraby?

Benaraby enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.

How is the job market in Benaraby?

Benaraby has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $569. There are 124 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Benaraby?

The median home value in Benaraby is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 91.6%.

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