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Broughton, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Broughton is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 678. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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CClimate
| Population | 678 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.1167°, 146.4333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.0 inches (915 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,282 |
| Median Age | 42.0 years |
About Broughton
Broughton is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 678. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Broughton vs Australia Average
Income: Broughton vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,282 |
| 66% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,282 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $486 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 64 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.9% |
| Housing Units | 271 |
Property Tax
Climate in Broughton
Broughton has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.6°C), the coldest is Jul (18.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 629 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 3,396.7 sq mi (8,797.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.1167°N, 146.4333°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
Broughton has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 65°F in June to 82°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and September the driest (0.5").
Museums in Broughton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zara Clark Museum |
Libraries in Broughton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charters Towers Excelsior Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Broughton
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Broughton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Broughton
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ace Aerodrome Starke Field | — | Small Airport |
| Battery Downs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bening Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burdekin Falls Dam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Charters Towers Airport | CXT | Small Airport |
| Donnington Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Harvest Home Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hillgrove Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hillsborough Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Macrossan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Cooper Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ravenswood Gold mine | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Broughton
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Charters Towers Rehabilitation Centre |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Broughton?
Broughton has a population of 678 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 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Broughton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,282, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Broughton?
Broughton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches.
How is the job market in Broughton?
The job market in Broughton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $486. There are 64 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Broughton?
The median home value in Broughton is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 87.1%.