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Biggenden, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Biggenden is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 867. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
867 Population 0/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
34.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$15,278 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$15,278 median income, 9.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population867
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$15,278
Per Capita$15,278
Unemployment9.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership76.9%
Housing Units347

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population867
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates-25.5086°, 152.0448°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation34.9 inches (887 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,278
Median Age57.0 years

About Biggenden

Biggenden is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 867. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Biggenden has a population of 867 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,000.2 square miles. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

867
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above Australia avg
5,000.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Biggenden vs Australia Average

The median household income in Biggenden is $15,278, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,278 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $294, 79% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 82 business establishments.

Income: Biggenden vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$15,278
80% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$15,278
Avg Weekly Wage$294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Biggenden is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 76.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 347 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.9%
Owner-Occupied76.9%
Renter-Occupied23.1%
Housing Units347

Property Tax

Biggenden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area5,000.2 sq mi (12,950.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-25.5086°N, 152.0448°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.9"
8% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.39"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 92 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 75 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 91 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 121 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 2 192 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 289 km
1980 Simon Category 1 236 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
March 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
July 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
December 76°F (25°C) 4.6 in

Biggenden has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 58°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Biggenden

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Biggenden State School
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Radio Stations near Biggenden

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Biggenden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biggenden Museum

Libraries in Biggenden

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biggenden Library0.0

Cafes in Biggenden

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Bigg Gallery Cafe, Art Gallery & Cafe
The Coffee Pozzee

Gas Stations in Biggenden

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Isis Highway Roadhouse

Banks in Biggenden

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

National Australia Bank

Golf Courses in Biggenden

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggenden Golf Club

Airports Near Biggenden

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Gayndah AirportGAHSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Monduran AirportSmall Airport
Mundubbera AirportSmall Airport
Murgon AirportSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Biggenden

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Biggenden Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biggenden

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gospel Chapel
St. Peters Catholic Church

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 Biggenden

What is the population of Biggenden?

Biggenden has a population of 867 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,000.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Biggenden expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,278, 80% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Biggenden?

Biggenden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches.

How is the job market in Biggenden?

The job market in Biggenden faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $294. There are 82 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Biggenden?

The median home value in Biggenden is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 76.9%.

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