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Edge Hill, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Edge Hill is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,874. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,874 Population 13/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
92.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$31,840 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$31,840 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $873/mo rent

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About Edge Hill

Edge Hill

Edge Hill is an inner suburb of the city of Cairns in Far North Queensland, Australia located approximately four kilometres north west of the city centre. In the 2021 census, Edge Hill had a population of 4,088 people.

People

Population3,874
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,840
Per Capita$31,840
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$174,600
Rent$873
Ownership63.2%
Housing Units1,550

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain92.8 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population3,874
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-16.9000°, 145.7500°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation92.8 inches (2,358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,840
Median Age42.0 years

About Edge Hill

Edge Hill is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,874. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Edge Hill has a population of 3,874 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,874
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
304.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Edge Hill vs Australia Average

The median household income in Edge Hill is $31,840, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,840 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $612, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 368 business establishments.

Income: Edge Hill vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,840
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,840
Avg Weekly Wage$612

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)368

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Edge Hill is $174,600, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below the national average of $1,163). 63.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,550 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.2%
Owner-Occupied63.2%
Renter-Occupied36.8%
Housing Units1,550

Property Tax

Edge Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°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 92.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area304.7 sq mi (789.1 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9000°N, 145.7500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.8"
144% 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 M4.5 136 km
Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 72 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 3 235 km
2014 Ita Category 4 120 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 114 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 217 km
2006 Larry Category 4 67 km
1998 Katrina Category 1 275 km
1998 Nathan Category 1 290 km
1991 Joy Category 2 111 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 86 km
1986 Manu Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°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 Coldest
July 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in 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

Edge Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in June 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 Edge Hill

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Edge Hill State School
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Radio Stations near Edge Hill

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 Edge Hill

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

Libraries in Edge Hill

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 Edge Hill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kuranda Heritage Market
Kuranda Markets
Rusty's Markets

Restaurants in Edge Hill

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NOA
Spicy Bite

Cafes in Edge Hill

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Botanic Gardens Restaurant & Cafe
Eat St Cafe
Mucho Love Cafe
Ozmosis
Ozmosis Café Trattoria
Tank Sixty Four
Teddy Espresso

Gas Stations in Edge Hill

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edge Hill Service Station

Banks in Edge Hill

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BOQ

Breweries in Edge Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cairns Cruise Line Terminal
FNQ Homebrew

Stadiums & Teams in Edge Hill

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Edge Hill

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 Edge Hill

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lives Lived Well
Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edge Hill

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lakes Church
The Good Shepherd Anglican Church

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 Edge Hill

What is the population of Edge Hill?

Edge Hill has a population of 3,874 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Edge Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,840, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,600 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Edge Hill?

Edge Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.8 inches.

How is the job market in Edge Hill?

Edge Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $612. There are 368 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Edge Hill?

The median home value in Edge Hill is $174,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $873. The homeownership rate is 63.2%.

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