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Bluff, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Bluff is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 535. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
535 Population 2/sq mi density
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$39,580 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$39,580 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $479/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population535
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,580
Per Capita$39,580
Unemployment1.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,800
Rent$479
Ownership58.5%
Housing Units214

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Population535
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-23.5805°, 149.0685°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (629 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$39,580
Median Age47.0 years

About Bluff

Bluff is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 535. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Bluff has a population of 535 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

535
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bluff vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bluff is $39,580, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,580. The average weekly wage is $761, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Bluff vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$39,580
47% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$39,580
Avg Weekly Wage$761

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bluff is $95,800, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $479 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 58.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 214 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,800
66% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$479
59% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.5%
Owner-Occupied58.5%
Renter-Occupied41.5%
Housing Units214

Property Tax

Bluff has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-23.5805°N, 149.0685°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 22, 1991.

Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 147 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 4 149 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 220 km
1980 Simon Category 3 235 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Bluff has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 60°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Bluff

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bluff State School
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Libraries in Bluff

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blackwater Library0.0
Blackwater Library0.0
Bluff Library0.0

Train Stations in Bluff

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluff

Gas Stations in Bluff

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluff Servo

Airports Near Bluff

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackwater AirportBLTMedium Airport
Dingo AirstripSmall Airport
Duaringa AirstripSmall Airport
Glenroy private stripSmall Airport
Goonoo Feedlot AirstripSmall Airport
Kaiuroo AirportSmall Airport
Memooloo AirportSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirportSmall Airport
Woorabinda AirportSmall Airport
Yarrabee Mine AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Bluff

What is the population of Bluff?

Bluff has a population of 535 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bluff expensive to live in?

The median household income is $39,580, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,800 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $479 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bluff?

Bluff has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.

How is the job market in Bluff?

The job market in Bluff is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $761. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bluff?

The median home value in Bluff is $95,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $479. The homeownership rate is 58.5%.

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