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Charters Towers City, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Charters Towers City is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,165. Elevation: 1,060 ft (323 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,165 Population
1,060 ft Elevation 323 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
36.0 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

Population2,165
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,165
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Coordinates-20.0777°, 146.2628°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (915 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Charters Towers City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charters Towers City receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Charters Towers City 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

Charters Towers City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Charters Towers City has a population of 2,165. 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

2,165
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Charters Towers City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Charters Towers City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charters Towers City 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: Charters Towers City 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 Charters Towers City, 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: Charters Towers City 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

Charters Towers City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 36.0 inches. 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 1,060 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Coordinates-20.0777°N, 146.2628°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 78°F (25°C)
5.8"
Feb 81°F (27°C)
5.3"
Mar 79°F (26°C)
3.6"
Apr 75°F (24°C)
1.7"
May 70°F (21°C)
1.3"
Jun 65°F (18°C)
0.6"
Jul 66°F (19°C)
0.6"
Aug 66°F (19°C)
0.5"
Sep 71°F (22°C)
0.5"
Oct 76°F (25°C)
1.0"
Nov 80°F (27°C)
2.1"
Dec 82°F (28°C)
3.9"

The warmest month is December at 82°F, while the coldest is June at 65°F — a seasonal swing of 17°F. January sees the most rain (5.8"), while August is the driest (0.5").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Charters Towers 8,040 pop · 0.1 mi Queenton 1,279 pop · 1.2 mi Kelso 10,291 pop · 56.1 mi Alice River 2,367 pop · 56.2 mi Rangewood 1,016 pop · 58.3 mi Rasmussen 4,392 pop · 58.4 mi Condon 5,777 pop · 59.5 mi Bohle Plains 3,168 pop · 59.7 mi Douglas 8,522 pop · 61.1 mi Kirwan 21,034 pop · 61.4 mi Cranbrook 5,826 pop · 62.2 mi Jensen 1,445 pop · 62.8 mi Murray 1,679 pop · 62.9 mi Annandale 8,402 pop · 62.9 mi
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