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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).

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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
$17,170 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$17,170 median income, 8.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,606
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density850/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$17,170
Per Capita$17,170
Unemployment8.2%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership59.6%
Housing Units642

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain79.8 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
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 Household Income$17,170
Median Age60.0 years

About Cardwell

Cardwell is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,606. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

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 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,606
Total Population
850
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above Australia avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cardwell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cardwell is $17,170, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,170 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $330, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 153 business establishments.

Income: Cardwell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,170
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,170
Avg Weekly Wage$330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)153

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cardwell is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 59.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 642 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.6%
Owner-Occupied59.6%
Renter-Occupied40.4%
Housing Units642

Property Tax

Climate in Cardwell

Cardwell has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2055 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 23.7° / 31.4° 426.5
Feb 27.5°C / 82°F 23.8° / 31.2° 491.0
Mar 26.6°C / 80°F 22.8° / 30.5° 328.3
Apr 25°C / 77°F 21° / 29.1° 171.7
May 23°C / 73°F 18.8° / 27.1° 90.6
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 16.4° / 25.3° 35.7
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 14.8° / 24.6° 36.5
Aug 20.5°C / 69°F 15.6° / 25.4° 23.8
Sep 22.6°C / 73°F 17.8° / 27.4° 51.7
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 20.1° / 28.8° 65.0
Nov 25.9°C / 79°F 21.9° / 29.9° 126.0
Dec 27.3°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31.3° 208.5
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 79.8"
110% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 19.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 1, 2025.

Aug 11, 2003 65 km ENE of Palm Island, Australia M4.8 116 km
Mar 1, 2025 0 km SE of Kelso, Australia M4.1 145 km
Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ita (2014).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Ita Category 1 265 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 41 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 272 km
2006 Larry Category 4 86 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 264 km
1991 Joy Category 2 193 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 208 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 62 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Cardwell

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cardwell State School
Kennedy State School
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Museums in Cardwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Girringun Museum

Libraries in Cardwell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cardwell Library0.0

Hotels in Cardwell

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cardwell central backpackers

Restaurants in Cardwell

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beachcomber's restaurant & bar

Cafes in Cardwell

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ocean Jetty Cafe
Seabreeze
Terry & Mamiko's
The Pantry

Veterinaries in Cardwell

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tropical Vets

Train Stations in Cardwell

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cardwell

Gas Stations in Cardwell

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Caltex
Liberty Oil Cardwell
United

Airports Near Cardwell

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Camel Creek AirportSmall Airport
Dallachy(Cardwell) AerodromeSmall Airport
Dunk Island AirportDKISmall Airport
Glen Ruth AirportSmall Airport
Goshen Station AirportSmall Airport
Ingham AirportIGHSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Palm Island AirportPMKSmall Airport
Tully AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cardwell

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
14
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 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 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cardwell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,170, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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.

How is the job market in Cardwell?

The job market in Cardwell faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $330. There are 153 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cardwell?

The median home value in Cardwell is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 59.6%.

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