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Cooktown, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Cooktown is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,173. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,173 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
76.2 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

Population3,173
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain76.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,173
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-15.4657°, 145.2498°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation76.2 inches (1,935 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Cooktown a Good Place to Live?

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

Cooktown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cooktown has a population of 3,173. 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

3,173
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Cooktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cooktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cooktown 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: Cooktown 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 Cooktown, 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: Cooktown 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

Cooktown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.2 inches (wetter 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.2 inches
100% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-15.4657°N, 145.2498°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in
February 81°F (27°C) 16.1 in Wettest
March 80°F (27°C) 15.4 in
April 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 4.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
December 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in Warmest

Cooktown has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 72°F in July to 82°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 76.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (16.1") and July the driest (0.9").

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 Cooktown

What is the population of Cooktown?

Cooktown has a population of 3,173 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Cooktown expensive to live in?

Cooktown 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 Cooktown?

Cooktown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cooktown?

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

How are the schools in Cooktown?

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

How healthy is Cooktown?

The obesity rate in Cooktown 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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