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Eli Waters, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Eli Waters is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,289. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
3,289 Population 11/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$18,015 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$18,015 median income, 8.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$208,400 home value, $1,042/mo rent

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About Eli Waters

Eli Waters is a coastal suburb of Hervey Bay in the Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Eli Waters had a population of 3,758 people.

People

Population3,289
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$18,015
Per Capita$18,015
Unemployment8.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$208,400
Rent$1,042
Ownership70.9%
Housing Units1,316

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population3,289
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-25.2792°, 152.8091°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,015
Median Age48.0 years

About Eli Waters

Eli Waters is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,289. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Eli Waters has a population of 3,289 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,289
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Eli Waters vs Australia Average

The median household income in Eli Waters is $18,015, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,015 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $346, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 312 business establishments.

Income: Eli Waters vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,015
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,015
Avg Weekly Wage$346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Eli Waters is $208,400, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 70.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,316 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,400
26% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.9%
Owner-Occupied70.9%
Renter-Occupied29.1%
Housing Units1,316

Property Tax

Climate in Eli Waters

Eli Waters has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.3°C / 79°F 22.2° / 30.4° 140.0
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 22.1° / 30.2° 132.4
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.8° / 29.1° 145.5
Apr 22.5°C / 73°F 17.9° / 27.2° 65.4
May 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.4° 85.6
Jun 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 79.5
Jul 16°C / 61°F 10.1° / 21.9° 40.1
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.9° 61.9
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.9° 36.9
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 17° / 26.6° 88.0
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 19.1° / 28.2° 60.9
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.5° 120.8
Eli Waters has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-25.2792°N, 152.8091°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jul 29, 2015 128 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.5 143 km
Aug 1, 2015 123 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.2 140 km
Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 139 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 236 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 216 km
1980 Simon Category 1 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in
February 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 5.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Eli Waters has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in June to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Eli Waters

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Xavier Catholic College - - - -
Yarrilee State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Eli Waters

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Eli Waters

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burrum and District Museum
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Wide Bay Hospitals Museum

Libraries in Eli Waters

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burrum Heads Library0.0
Hervey Bay Library0.0
Howard Library0.0
Woodgate Beach Library0.0

Cafes in Eli Waters

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Coffee Club

Golf Courses in Eli Waters

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hervey Bay Golf Club

Airports Near Eli Waters

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila Airfield-Small Airport
Bully Yard private Airfield-Small Airport
Childers Airport-Small Airport
Cooloola Village Airpark-Small Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott Field-Small Airport
Orchid Beach AirportOKBSmall Airport
Pacific Haven Airport-Small Airport
Rainbow Beach Airport-Small Airport
Toby's Gap Airstrip-Small 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 Eli Waters

What is the population of Eli Waters?

Eli Waters has a population of 3,289 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Eli Waters expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,015, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,400 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Eli Waters?

Eli Waters has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Eli Waters?

The job market in Eli Waters faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $346. There are 312 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Eli Waters?

The median home value in Eli Waters is $208,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,042. The homeownership rate is 70.9%.

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