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Bowen, Australia
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Bowen is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 11,417. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bowen
Bowen is a coastal town and locality in the Whitsunday Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Bowen had a population of 11,205 people.
People
Economy
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BClimate
| Population | 11,417 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.0137°, 148.2475° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,051 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $23,998 |
| Median Age | 42.0 years |
About Bowen
Bowen is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 11,417. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bowen vs Australia Average
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Income
| Median HH Income | $23,998 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,998 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $462 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,085 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,000 |
| 46% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $760 |
| 35% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.3% |
| Housing Units | 4,567 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bowen
Bowen has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 895 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 8,693.5 sq mi (22,516.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.0137°N, 148.2475°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in |
Bowen has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 66°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.9") and September the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Bowen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen TAFE | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Bowen
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen State Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bowen State High School | — | — | — | — |
| St Mary's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Queens Beach State School | — | — | — | — |
| Merinda State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bowen
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island FM Whitsundays 88.0MHz Airlie Beach Central Queensland | classic hits, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gem FM 91.5MHz Bowen - Gem of the Coral Coast | classic rock, community radio | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Bowen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Museum |
Libraries in Bowen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bowen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bowen
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bowen
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bowen
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bowen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bowen
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bowen
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bowen
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bowen
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bowen
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Island Airport | HTI | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Bowen Airport | ZBO | Small Airport |
| cape cloucester airstrip 300m length | — | Small Airport |
| Collinsville Airport | KCE | Small Airport |
| Hideaway Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | — | Small Airport |
| Shute Harbour/Whitsunday Airport | WSY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bowen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bowen Post Shop |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bowen
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bowen Baptist | |
| Bowen Corps | |
| Bowen Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St Mary's Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bowen
What is the population of Bowen?
Bowen has a population of 11,417 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 8,693.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Bowen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $23,998, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bowen?
Bowen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.
How is the job market in Bowen?
Bowen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $462. There are 1,085 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bowen?
The median home value in Bowen is $152,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760. The homeownership rate is 60.7%.