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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).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
680 Population 2/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
24.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$42,723 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,723 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $422/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population680
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$42,723
Per Capita$42,723
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$422
Ownership85.4%
Housing Units272

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Population680
Population Density2 / sq mi
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 Household Income$42,723
Median Age41.0 years

About Comet

Comet is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Comet has a population of 680 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

680
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Comet vs Australia Average

The median household income in Comet is $42,723, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,723. The average weekly wage is $822, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Comet vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$42,723
43% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$42,723
Avg Weekly Wage$822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Comet is $84,400, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $422 (64% below the national average of $1,163). 85.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 272 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$422
64% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.4%
Owner-Occupied85.4%
Renter-Occupied14.6%
Housing Units272

Property Tax

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). 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 Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-23.6000°N, 148.5500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.4"
36% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 22, 1991.

Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 202 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 263 km
1980 Simon Category 3 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Schools in Comet

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Comet State School
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Monuments in Comet

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Comet Railway Station

Airports Near Comet

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackwater AirportBLTMedium Airport
Emerald AirportEMDMedium Airport
Capella AirportSmall Airport
Goonoo Feedlot AirstripSmall Airport
Memooloo AirportSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirportSmall Airport
Springsure AirportSmall Airport
Yarrabee Mine AirportSmall Airport

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 Comet

What is the population of Comet?

Comet has a population of 680 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Comet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,723, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,400 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $422 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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.

How is the job market in Comet?

Comet has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $822. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Comet?

The median home value in Comet is $84,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $422. The homeownership rate is 85.4%.

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