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Elliott Heads, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Elliott Heads is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,211. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,211 Population 4/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$19,604 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$19,604 median income, 7.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $825/mo rent

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About Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads is a coastal town and locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Elliott Heads had a population of 1,160 people.

People

Population1,211
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,604
Per Capita$19,604
Unemployment7.1%

Housing

D
Home Value$165,000
Rent$825
Ownership74.5%
Housing Units484

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,211
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-24.9162°, 152.4899°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (667 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,604
Median Age54.0 years

About Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,211. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Elliott Heads has a population of 1,211 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,211
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
289.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Elliott Heads vs Australia Average

The median household income in Elliott Heads is $19,604, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,604 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $377, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 115 business establishments.

Income: Elliott Heads vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,604
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,604
Avg Weekly Wage$377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)115

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Elliott Heads is $165,000, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 74.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 484 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.5%
Owner-Occupied74.5%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units484

Property Tax

Climate in Elliott Heads

Elliott Heads has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 21.4° / 30.7° 135.7
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 21.7° / 30.5° 164.8
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.5° 106.5
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 17.6° / 27.8° 45.3
May 19.8°C / 68°F 14.5° / 25.2° 64.2
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 12° / 22.9° 55.6
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 10.7° / 22.8° 24.9
Aug 17.5°C / 64°F 11.1° / 23.9° 32.0
Sep 20.1°C / 68°F 14.1° / 26.1° 38.2
Oct 22°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.4° 69.8
Nov 24°C / 75°F 19° / 29° 73.1
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 20.6° / 30° 111.9
Elliott Heads has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area289.0 sq mi (748.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-24.9162°N, 152.4899°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.54"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2016.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 117 km
Aug 13, 2016 111 km ENE of Agnes Water, Australia M4.6 126 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 124 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 4 189 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 213 km
1980 Simon Category 2 161 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 4.9 in

Elliott Heads has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in June to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.5") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Elliott Heads

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Elliott Heads State School
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Radio Stations near Elliott Heads

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 Elliott Heads

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bert Hinkler House
Bundaberg Museum
Bundaberg Railway Museum
Fairymead House Museum
Hinkler Hall of Aviation

Libraries in Elliott Heads

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bundaberg Library0.0
Woodgate Beach Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Elliott Heads

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's markets

Cafes in Elliott Heads

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Driftwood Cafe

Breweries in Elliott Heads

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
384 North Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Elliott Heads

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Elliott Heads

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Agnes Water private AirportSmall Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Monduran AirportSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport
private airfield agnes watersSmall Airport
private airstrip agnes watersSmall Airport
private runway agnes watersSmall Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Elliott Heads

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health First Bundaberg

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 Elliott Heads

What is the population of Elliott Heads?

Elliott Heads has a population of 1,211 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Elliott Heads expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,604, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Elliott Heads?

Elliott Heads 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 64°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Elliott Heads?

The unemployment rate in Elliott Heads is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $377. There are 115 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Elliott Heads?

The median home value in Elliott Heads is $165,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $825. The homeownership rate is 74.5%.

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