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Capella, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Capella is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,028. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,028 Population 4/sq mi density
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$33,158 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$33,158 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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About Capella

Capella

Capella is a rural town and locality in the Central Highlands Region, Queensland, Australia.
In the 2021 census, the locality of Capella had a population of 974 people.

People

Population1,028
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,158
Per Capita$33,158
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership54.7%
Housing Units411

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Population1,028
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates-23.0859°, 148.0221°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,158
Median Age32.0 years

About Capella

Capella is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,028. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Capella has a population of 1,028 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,028
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Capella vs Australia Average

The median household income in Capella is $33,158, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,158 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $638, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Capella vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$33,158
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,158
Avg Weekly Wage$638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Capella is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 54.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 411 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.7%
Owner-Occupied54.7%
Renter-Occupied45.3%
Housing Units411

Property Tax

Climate in Capella

Capella has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 559 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 100.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 30.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.1
Capella has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-23.0859°N, 148.0221°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.94"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Jun 25, 1996.

Jun 25, 1996 45 km SW of Moranbah, Australia M3.7 94 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 1 288 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 254 km
2010 Ului Category 1 299 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.8 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
June 62°F (16°C) 0.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
October 76°F (24°C) 1.6 in
November 80°F (26°C) 2.6 in
December 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in

Capella has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and September the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Capella

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Capella State School
Capella State High School
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Museums in Capella

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Pioneer Village

Libraries in Capella

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Capella Library0.0

Train Stations in Capella

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capella

Gas Stations in Capella

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3178303997
AU #8594219021

Banks in Capella

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NAB

Airports Near Capella

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clermont AirportCMQMedium Airport
Dysart AirportDYAMedium Airport
Emerald AirportEMDMedium Airport
Capella AirportSmall Airport
Goonoo Feedlot AirstripSmall Airport
Middlemount AirportMMMSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirportSmall Airport
Willows airstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Capella

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Holy Spirit Anglican Church
St Josephs Catholic 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 Capella

What is the population of Capella?

Capella has a population of 1,028 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Capella expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,158, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Capella?

Capella has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.

How is the job market in Capella?

The job market in Capella is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $638. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Capella?

The median home value in Capella is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 54.7%.

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