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Boonah, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Boonah is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,521. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,521 Population 2/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$18,928 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$18,928 median income, 4.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Boonah

Boonah

Boonah is a rural town and locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Boonah had a population of 2,557 people.

People

Population2,521
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,928
Per Capita$18,928
Unemployment4.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership74.0%
Housing Units1,008

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Population2,521
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates-27.9972°, 152.6811°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,928
Median Age50.0 years

About Boonah

Boonah is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,521. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Boonah has a population of 2,521 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,535.7 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,521
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Australia avg
1,535.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Boonah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Boonah is $18,928, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,928 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $364, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 239 business establishments.

Income: Boonah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,928
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,928
Avg Weekly Wage$364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)239

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Boonah is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,008 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership74.0%
Owner-Occupied74.0%
Renter-Occupied26.0%
Housing Units1,008

Property Tax

Boonah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area1,535.7 sq mi (3,977.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-27.9972°N, 152.6811°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.10"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
December 74°F (24°C) 5.3 in

Boonah has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 56°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Boonah

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Boonah State School - - - -
Boonah State High School - - - -
All Saints School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Boonah

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Brisbane classic rock, modern rock AAC 130 kbps
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Vision Christian Radio - MP3 128 kbps
West Bremer Radio - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Boonah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Panorama Motorcycle Museum
Rathdowney Information Centre and Museum
Templin Historical Village

Libraries in Boonah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boonah Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Boonah

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boonah Country Markets

Restaurants in Boonah

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blume
Boonah Chinese Restaurant
Flavours Cafe
Rockalicious

Cafes in Boonah

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scenic Milk Bar
Urban Seed

Dentists in Boonah

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boonah Dental

Gas Stations in Boonah

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Boonah
Church Street Drive Thru

Banks in Boonah

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo
nab

Golf Courses in Boonah

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boonah Golf Club

Breweries in Boonah

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Scenic Rim Brewery

Airports Near Boonah

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
RAAF Base Amberley-Medium Airport
Aratula Airstrip-Small Airport
Blenheim Airstrip-Small Airport
Boonah Airport-Small Airport
Brisbane Archerfield Airport-Small Airport
Cherrabah AirportCRHSmall Airport
Churchable Airstrip-Small Airport
Coominya-Small Airport
Crowley Vale private airfield-Small Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Ellinthorp Airstrip-Small Airport
Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield-Small Airport
Gatton Airpark-Small Airport
Heck Field Airport-Small Airport
Kooralbyn Airport-Small Airport
Kooringal Airstrip-Small Airport
Logan Reserve Airport-Small Airport
Mount Walker airstrip-Small Airport
Murwillumbah Airport-Small Airport
Nobbys Creek private Strip-Small Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Stanthorpe AirportSNHSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private strip-Small Airport
Warwick AirportWAZSmall Airport

Post Offices in Boonah

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Boonah LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Boonah

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Old Anglican 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 Boonah

What is the population of Boonah?

Boonah has a population of 2,521 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,535.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Boonah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,928, 75% 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 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Boonah?

Boonah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in Boonah?

Boonah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $364. There are 239 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Boonah?

The median home value in Boonah is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 74.0%.

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