Childers, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Childers is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,361. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Childers
Childers is a rural town and locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Childers had a population of 1,682 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,361 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.2371°, 152.2788° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (667 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Childers
Childers is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,361. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 289.0 sq mi (748.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.2371°S, 152.2788°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in |
Childers has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in June to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (1.2").
Schools in Childers
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isis District State High School | - | - | - | - |
| Childers State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Childers
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Bundy | good times and greatest hits, greatest hits | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Gin Gin's Own 104.9 | community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CherbOURg Radio | community, indigenous | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Childers
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childers Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Childers
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Childers
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Childers
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Childers
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Childers
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Childers
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Childers
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bundaberg Airport | BDB | Medium Airport |
| Hervey Bay Airport | HVB | Medium Airport |
| Aquila Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Biggenden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bully Yard private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Childers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Gayndah Airport | GAH | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | MBH | Small Airport |
| Monduran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| North Gregory/Elliott Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pacific Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Childers
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Childers Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Childers
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gospel Chapel | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Wesleyan Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Childers?
Childers has a population of 1,361 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Childers?
Childers has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
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