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Comet, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Comet is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 680. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
680 Population
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
24.4 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

Population680
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population680
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates-23.6000°, 148.5500°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.4 inches (619 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Comet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Comet 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. Comet 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

Comet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Comet has a population of 680. 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

680
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Comet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Comet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Comet 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: Comet 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 Comet, 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: Comet 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

Comet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.4 inches (drier 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 548 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates-23.6000°N, 148.5500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
March 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in
April 74°F (24°C) 1.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in
December 82°F (28°C) 3.8 in

Comet has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 61°F in July to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.8").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Comet

What is the population of Comet?

Comet has a population of 680 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Comet expensive to live in?

Comet 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 Comet?

Comet 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 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Comet?

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

How are the schools in Comet?

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

How healthy is Comet?

The obesity rate in Comet 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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