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Coolum Beach, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Coolum Beach is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 9,346. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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People
Economy
C+Housing
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| Population | 9,346 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.5283°, 153.0881° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.7 inches (982 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,992 |
| Median Age | 45.0 years |
About Coolum Beach
Coolum Beach is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 9,346. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Coolum Beach vs Australia Average
Income: Coolum Beach vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,992 |
| 65% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,992 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $500 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 888 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $253,600 |
| 10% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,268 |
| 9% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,738 |
Property Tax
Climate in Coolum Beach
Coolum Beach has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.2°C), the coldest is Jul (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1439 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 922.6 sq mi (2,389.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.5283°N, 153.0881°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.2 in |
Coolum Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.2") and September the driest (1.7").
Schools in Coolum Beach
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolum State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Coolum Beach
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc 96.1 | adult contemporary, commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hot 91.1 | commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Sunshine FM 104.9 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Coolum Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooroy Saw Mill site | ||||
| Eumundi Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Noosa Shire Museum | ||||
| The Heritage Centre | ||||
| Yandina Historic House |
Libraries in Coolum Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buderim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coolum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cooroy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawana Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maleny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maroochydore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Noosa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woombye School of Arts | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Coolum Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Tree Market | |||||
| Eumundi Markets | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Noosa Farmers Market | |||||
| Yandina Country Markets |
Restaurants in Coolum Beach
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Coolum Beach
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Coolum Beach
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Coolum Beach
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Coolum Beach
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Coolum Beach
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Coolum Beach
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Coolum Beach
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Coolum Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Pot Brewery | ||||
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Heads of Noosa | ||||
| Sunshine Brewery | ||||
| Sunshine Coast Brewery | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Terella Brewing | ||||
| Wild Rocket Micro Brewery | ||||
| Your Mates |
Stadiums & Teams in Coolum Beach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Coolum Beach
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Donnybrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gympie Airport | GYP | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | — | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Coolum Beach
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. |
Treatment Centers in Coolum Beach
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nicklin Lodge |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Coolum Beach
What is the population of Coolum Beach?
Coolum Beach has a population of 9,346 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 922.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Coolum Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,992, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Coolum Beach?
Coolum Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.
How is the job market in Coolum Beach?
Coolum Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $500. There are 888 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Coolum Beach?
The median home value in Coolum Beach is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 70.0%.