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Cardwell, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Cardwell is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,606. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,606 Population 850/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
79.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population1,606
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density850/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain79.8 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,606
Population Density850 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-18.2669°, 146.0280°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation79.8 inches (2,027 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Cardwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cardwell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Cardwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cardwell has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cardwell has a population of 1,606 with a density of 850 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,606
Total Population
850
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cardwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cardwell is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cardwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Cardwell, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Cardwell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Cardwell has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.8 inches
110% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density850/sq mi
Coordinates-18.2669°N, 146.0280°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 12.2 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 19.8 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 13.8 in
April 76°F (24°C) 9.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in

Cardwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 66°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 79.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (19.8") and July the driest (1.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density850/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cardwell

What is the population of Cardwell?

Cardwell has a population of 1,606 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 850 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Cardwell expensive to live in?

Cardwell is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Cardwell?

Cardwell has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cardwell?

Cardwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Cardwell?

35.0% of adults in Cardwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cardwell?

The obesity rate in Cardwell is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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