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Earlville, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Earlville is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,171. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,171 Population 14/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
74.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$23,660 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,660 median income, 5.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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About Earlville

Earlville

Earlville is a suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Earlville had a population of 4,200 people.

People

Population4,171
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density14/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,660
Per Capita$23,660
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership62.1%
Housing Units1,668

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population4,171
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates-16.9508°, 145.7331°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation74.5 inches (1,891 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,660
Median Age44.0 years

About Earlville

Earlville is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,171. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Earlville has a population of 4,171 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,171
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
304.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Earlville vs Australia Average

The median household income in Earlville is $23,660, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $455, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 396 business establishments.

Income: Earlville vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,660
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,660
Avg Weekly Wage$455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)396

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Earlville is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 62.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,668 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.1%
Owner-Occupied62.1%
Renter-Occupied37.9%
Housing Units1,668

Property Tax

Earlville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 74.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area304.7 sq mi (789.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9508°N, 145.7331°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.5"
96% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 20.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 7, 2023.

Jun 7, 2023 122 km ENE of Yarrabah, Australia M4.5 139 km
Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Nathan Category 3 241 km
2014 Ita Category 4 123 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 109 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 222 km
2006 Larry Category 4 62 km
1998 Katrina Category 1 278 km
1998 Nathan Category 1 296 km
1991 Joy Category 2 115 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 82 km
1986 Manu Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 15.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 20.5 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 18.5 in
April 76°F (25°C) 10.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in
October 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in Warmest

Earlville has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (20.5") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Earlville

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Our Lady Help of Christians
Woree State High School
Woree State School
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Radio Stations near Earlville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 community, contemporary AAC 94 kbps
4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE cairns, talk AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Earlville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cairns Art Gallery
Cairns Museum
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum

Libraries in Earlville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
Earlville Library0.0
Edmonton Library0.0
Gordonvale Library0.0
James Cook University library0.0
Kuranda Library0.0
Manunda Library0.0
Smithfield Library0.0
Stratford Library0.0
Yarrabah Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Earlville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kuranda Heritage Market
Kuranda Markets
Rusty's Markets

Restaurants in Earlville

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Loca Cantina

Dentists in Earlville

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lane Orthodontics

Gas Stations in Earlville

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex Woolworths Petrol
Liberty Oil Woree

Banks in Earlville

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
BOQ
Queensland Country Bank

Shopping Malls in Earlville

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Earlville Shopping Town

Breweries in Earlville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cairns Cruise Line Terminal
FNQ Homebrew

Stadiums & Teams in Earlville

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Earlville

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cairns International AirportCNSLarge Airport
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dimbulah AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Koah AirportSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Yalkulka AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Earlville

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lives Lived Well
Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre

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 Earlville

What is the population of Earlville?

Earlville has a population of 4,171 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Earlville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,660, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Earlville?

Earlville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.

How is the job market in Earlville?

The unemployment rate in Earlville is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $455. There are 396 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Earlville?

The median home value in Earlville is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 62.1%.

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