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Bucasia, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Bucasia is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,616. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,616 Population 16/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$30,555 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$30,555 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Bucasia

Bucasia is a coastal town and suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Bucasia had a population of 4,915 people. In 2024, Bucasia was ranked as one of the most affordable beachside suburbs in Queensland by PropTrack.

People

Population4,616
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,555
Per Capita$30,555
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

C+
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership67.4%
Housing Units1,846

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population4,616
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-21.0349°, 149.1573°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,555
Median Age35.0 years

About Bucasia

Bucasia is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,616. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Bucasia has a population of 4,616 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,616
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bucasia vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bucasia is $30,555, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,555 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $588, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 439 business establishments.

Income: Bucasia vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,555
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,555
Avg Weekly Wage$588

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)439

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bucasia is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,846 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units1,846

Property Tax

Climate in Bucasia

Bucasia has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
Bucasia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-21.0349°N, 149.1573°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.04"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 15, 2020.

Aug 18, 2016 37 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.7 141 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 137 km
Aug 18, 2016 43 km N of Whitsundays, Australia M4.0 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 98 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 141 km
2010 Ului Category 1 94 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 181 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 159 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 237 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 178 km
1980 Simon Category 3 211 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
April 74°F (24°C) 5.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Warmest

Bucasia has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Bucasia

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bucasia State School
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Radio Stations near Bucasia

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Bucasia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bucasia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Cafes in Bucasia

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beachfront Bar and Restaurant

Gas Stations in Bucasia

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1841067060

Gyms in Bucasia

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muscle Garden Bucasia

Airports Near Bucasia

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton Island AirportHTIMedium Airport
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport

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 Bucasia

What is the population of Bucasia?

Bucasia has a population of 4,616 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bucasia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,555, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bucasia?

Bucasia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Bucasia?

Bucasia has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $588. There are 439 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bucasia?

The median home value in Bucasia is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.

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