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Broadbeach Waters, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Broadbeach Waters is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 7,833. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
7,833 Population 13/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$30,048 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$30,048 median income, 5.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$338,000 home value, $1,690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,833
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$30,048
Per Capita$30,048
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$338,000
Rent$1,690
Ownership76.8%
Housing Units3,133

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population7,833
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-28.0350°, 153.4250°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,048
Median Age43.0 years

About Broadbeach Waters

Broadbeach Waters is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 7,833. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Broadbeach Waters has a population of 7,833 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 604.6 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,833
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
604.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Broadbeach Waters vs Australia Average

The median household income in Broadbeach Waters is $30,048, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,048 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $578, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 744 business establishments.

Income: Broadbeach Waters vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,048
60% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,048
Avg Weekly Wage$578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)744

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Broadbeach Waters is $338,000, 20% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,690 (45% above the national average of $1,163). 76.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,133 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$338,000
20% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,690
45% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.8%
Owner-Occupied76.8%
Renter-Occupied23.2%
Housing Units3,133

Property Tax

Climate in Broadbeach Waters

Broadbeach Waters has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.4°C / 78°F 21.8° / 28.9° 120.8
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 21.9° / 28.9° 202.5
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 20.9° / 28.3° 151.2
Apr 22.4°C / 72°F 18.4° / 26.4° 127.3
May 19.4°C / 67°F 15.1° / 23.7° 105.8
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 13.2° / 21.6° 79.7
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11.7° / 21.7° 58.8
Aug 17.3°C / 63°F 12.3° / 22.3° 55.3
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 14.7° / 24.1° 44.9
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 16.8° / 25.9° 85.5
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 19° / 27.3° 98.7
Dec 24.4°C / 76°F 20.7° / 28.1° 154.8
Broadbeach Waters enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area604.6 sq mi (1,566.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-28.0350°N, 153.4250°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 8.27"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.85"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
April 70°F (21°C) 6.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
August 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
December 74°F (24°C) 6.4 in

Broadbeach Waters has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.3") and September the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Broadbeach Waters

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Merrimac State High School
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Radio Stations near Broadbeach Waters

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 kbps
Bay 93.9 MP3 128 kbps
rebel fm AAC 64 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Vision Christian Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Broadbeach Waters

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gold Coast Motor Museum
Gold Coast War Museum
Gold Coast Wax Museum
Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Minjungbal Resource Museum
Mudgeeraba Light Horse Museum
Seafaring Museum
Surf World
Tweed Regional Museum

Libraries in Broadbeach Waters

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broadbeach Library0.0
Burleigh Heads Branch Library0.0
Burleigh Waters Branch Library0.0
Coolangatta Branch Library0.0
Elanora Branch Library0.0
Helensvale Branch Library0.0
Helensvale Library0.0
Kingscliff Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Nerang Branch Library0.0
Palm Beach Library0.0
Robina Library0.0
Runaway Bay Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Tamborine Mountain Library0.0
Tweed Heads Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Broadbeach Waters

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Carrara Markets
Cooloongatta Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Currumbin Community Markets
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Fruit Shop
Fruit Shop
Kingscliff Market
Miami Marketta
Palm Beach Farmers' Market
The 4217
The 4217
The Village Markets
The Village Markets

Hotels in Broadbeach Waters

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neptune Resort

Restaurants in Broadbeach Waters

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bite
Cucina Vivo
Draculas
Food Fantasy
Garden Kitchen & Bar
Hanasaki Teppanyaki
Iyara Thai
Kiyomi
Mei Wei Dumplings
Saffron
Verve restaurant
Zen

Cafes in Broadbeach Waters

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grocer & Grind
Hard Grind Cafe
Little Beach Cafe at Bel Air
M&G

Cinemas in Broadbeach Waters

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Event

Train Stations in Broadbeach Waters

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broadbeach South

Gas Stations in Broadbeach Waters

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
7-Eleven

Shopping Malls in Broadbeach Waters

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MBE Pacific Fair
Pacific Fair

Gyms in Broadbeach Waters

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness First

Breweries in Broadbeach Waters

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Hops II
Black Hops II
Boxer Brewing Company
Fortitude Brewing
Hound & Stag Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Broadbeach Waters

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Airports Near Broadbeach Waters

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Boonah AirportSmall Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Heck Field AirportSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Kooringal AirstripSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private stripSmall Airport
Tyagarah AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Broadbeach Waters

40 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Benowa Family Medical Centre
Brickworks Medical Clinic
Broadbeach Waters Medical Centre
Bundall Medical Centre
Chirn Park Family Practice
Chistine Cnr Medical Centre
Christine Avenue Medical Centre
Diamond Bridge Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Medical Centre
Evendale Practice
Gold Coast Dermatology Clinic
Gold Coast Medical Precinct - Varsity Lakes
Gold Coast Office Park
Gold Coast Skin Cancer Clinic and Surgicentre
Leading Steps Paediatric Clinic
Mana Healthcare
Medical On Miami
Mermaid Central Medical Clinic
Mermaid Plaza Medical and Cosmetics
Merridown Family Surgery
Miami Family Medical Centre
Miami Village Medical Practice
My Doctors Clinic Surfers Paradise
My Green Medical
Myhealth Medical Centre Benowa
Optimal Health Chiropractic
Optimal Health Clinic
Portia Millar
Primary Medical Centre
Robina Bulk Billing Medical Centre
Robina Family Medical
Robina Lakes Medical Centre
Robina Village Medical Centre
Southport Day Hospital
The Cardiac Center
Vitality Unleashed Psychology
Worongary Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Broadbeach Waters

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Central Gold Coast Baptist 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 Broadbeach Waters

What is the population of Broadbeach Waters?

Broadbeach Waters has a population of 7,833 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 604.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Broadbeach Waters expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,048, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $338,000 (20% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,690 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Broadbeach Waters?

Broadbeach Waters enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Broadbeach Waters?

The unemployment rate in Broadbeach Waters is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $578. There are 744 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Broadbeach Waters?

The median home value in Broadbeach Waters is $338,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,690. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.

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