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Bluewater, Australia
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Bluewater is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,119. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Bluewater
Bluewater is a town and coastal suburb in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Bluewater had a population of 1,085 people.
People
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| Population | 1,119 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.1816°, 146.5582° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,702 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,277 |
| Median Age | 41.0 years |
About Bluewater
Bluewater is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,119. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
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Income
| Median HH Income | $27,277 |
| 64% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,277 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $525 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 106 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,200 |
| 36% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $901 |
| 23% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.6% |
| Housing Units | 448 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bluewater
Bluewater has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Dec (25°C), the coldest is Jul (16.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1080 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 3,396.7 sq mi (8,797.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.1816°N, 146.5582°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 9.9 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in |
Bluewater has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 66°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.0") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Bluewater
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluewater Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bluewater
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple-M 102.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Rock Sports and Comedy 20220701 | classic rock, comedy | AAC 130 kbps | |
| hit 103.1MHz FM Townsville QLD hitNETWORK Hits and Old Skool 20220701 | local radio, news | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Big Hits Radio QLD Townsville North Queensland 20220701 | ballad, classic rock | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Power100 100.7MHz FM Townsville QLD First in Local News and Music 20220701 | classic rock, local radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Star 106.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Todays Best Music 20220701 | classic rock, contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 4K1G 107.1FM TATSICM Indigenous Community Radio Townsville | classic rock, comedy | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Local Radio 630 North Queensland 20230609 | local, news | AAC 94 kbps |
Museums in Bluewater
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Army Museum of North Queensland | ||||
| RAAF Townsville Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Townsville Museum |
Libraries in Bluewater
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citylibraries Aitkenvale | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Riverway | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Riverway | 0.0 | |||||
| Eddie Koiki Mabo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eddie Koiki Mabo Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bluewater
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Rotary Markets |
Restaurants in Bluewater
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bluewater
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bluewater
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville | TSV | Medium Airport |
| Ace Aerodrome Starke Field | — | Small Airport |
| Battery Downs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bening Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bluewater park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Donnington Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Ingham Airport | IGH | Small Airport |
| Lavarack (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palm Island Airport | PMK | Small Airport |
| Paluma Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bluewater
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Eastbrooke Family Clinic Townsville |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Bluewater?
Bluewater has a population of 1,119 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,396.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.
Is Bluewater expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,277, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bluewater?
Bluewater 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.
How is the job market in Bluewater?
Bluewater has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $525. There are 106 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bluewater?
The median home value in Bluewater is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 87.4%.