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Cootharaba, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Cootharaba is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 843. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
843 Population 2/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,550 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$20,550 median income, 6.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population843
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,550
Per Capita$20,550
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,028
Ownership87.3%
Housing Units337

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population843
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-26.2667°, 152.9667°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.7 inches (982 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,550
Median Age48.0 years

About Cootharaba

Cootharaba is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 843. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 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.

Cootharaba has a population of 843 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 360.5 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

843
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
360.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cootharaba vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cootharaba is $20,550, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,550 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $395, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 80 business establishments.

Income: Cootharaba vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,550
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,550
Avg Weekly Wage$395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cootharaba is $205,600, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 337 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.3%
Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units337

Property Tax

Climate in Cootharaba

Cootharaba has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.4°C / 78°F 22° / 28.8° 177.3
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 21.9° / 28.5° 234.3
Mar 24.3°C / 76°F 20.9° / 27.7° 218.2
Apr 22°C / 72°F 18.2° / 25.8° 150.0
May 19.2°C / 67°F 14.7° / 23.6° 137.6
Jun 17.2°C / 63°F 12.7° / 21.6° 114.0
Jul 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.4° 72.4
Aug 17°C / 63°F 11.5° / 22.5° 80.7
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24.4° 53.0
Oct 21.3°C / 70°F 16.9° / 25.7° 121.8
Nov 23°C / 73°F 19° / 26.9° 93.5
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 20.8° / 28.3° 140.3
Cootharaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 38.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area360.5 sq mi (933.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2667°N, 152.9667°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 8.54"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 90 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Hamish (2009).

Year Name Category Closest
2009 Hamish Category 3 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
February 76°F (25°C) 8.5 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (24°C) 6.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
May 65°F (19°C) 5.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in Driest
October 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 6.1 in

Cootharaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (1.8").

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Radio Stations near Cootharaba

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 Cootharaba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cooroy Saw Mill site
Eumundi Museum
Noosa Shire Museum
The Heritage Centre

Libraries in Cootharaba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cooroy Library0.0
Noosa Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cootharaba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Eumundi Markets
Noosa Farmers Market

Breweries in Cootharaba

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Boiling Pot Brewery
Heads of Noosa

Airports Near Cootharaba

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Donnybrook AirstripSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gympie AirportGYPSmall Airport
Kilcoy AirfieldSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
mount archerSmall Airport
Noosa AirportNSVSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)Small Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall 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 Cootharaba

What is the population of Cootharaba?

Cootharaba has a population of 843 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 360.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cootharaba expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,550, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cootharaba?

Cootharaba 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 Cootharaba?

The unemployment rate in Cootharaba is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $395. There are 80 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cootharaba?

The median home value in Cootharaba is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 87.3%.

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