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Emu Park, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Emu Park is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,258. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,258 Population 8/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
38.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,855 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$20,855 median income, 5.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Emu Park

Emu Park

Emu Park is a coastal town and locality on the Capricorn Coast located 21 kilometres (13 mi) south of Yeppoon in Queensland, Australia. It is within the local government area of Shire of Livingstone. In the 2021 census, the locality of Emu Park had a population of 2,281 people.

People

Population2,258
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,855
Per Capita$20,855
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

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Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership78.2%
Housing Units903

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population2,258
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-23.2568°, 150.8268°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (976 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,855
Median Age54.0 years

About Emu Park

Emu Park is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,258. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Emu Park has a population of 2,258 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,258
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Emu Park vs Australia Average

The median household income in Emu Park is $20,855, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,855 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $401, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 215 business establishments.

Income: Emu Park vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,855
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,855
Avg Weekly Wage$401

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)215

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Emu Park is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 78.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 903 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.2%
Owner-Occupied78.2%
Renter-Occupied21.8%
Housing Units903

Property Tax

Climate in Emu Park

Emu Park has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.5° 123.6
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29.4° 221.5
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 22.5° / 28.4° 196.1
Apr 23.3°C / 74°F 19.9° / 26.7° 67.3
May 20°C / 68°F 16° / 24.1° 62.4
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 13.7° / 22° 52.9
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11.9° / 21.5° 32.2
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.3° 31.3
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 16.1° / 24.3° 41.0
Oct 22.6°C / 73°F 19.1° / 26.2° 48.2
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 21.7° / 27.6° 70.4
Dec 26°C / 79°F 23.1° / 28.8° 109.7
Emu Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-23.2568°N, 150.8268°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.18"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Nov 2, 1998.

Nov 2, 1998 138 km NE of Cooee Bay, Australia M4.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 34 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 226 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 107 km
1980 Simon Category 3 64 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in Wettest
March 78°F (25°C) 4.7 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
May 69°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in Driest
October 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in

Emu Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.2") and September the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Emu Park

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emu Park State School
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Radio Stations near Emu Park

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
hit 4ROK 107.9MHz FM Rockhampton Central Queensland classic hits, local radio AAC 130 kbps
ABC 837kHz AM Rockhampton QLD Central Queensland Local Radio 20231009 community, local radio AAC 94 kbps
4RO 990 AM Rockhampton music, news AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Emu Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Shell World

Libraries in Emu Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Emu Park Library0.0
Presentation Learning & Information Centre (K Block)0.0
Yeppoon Library0.0

Cafes in Emu Park

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ocean Brew

Monuments in Emu Park

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Singing Ship

Gas Stations in Emu Park

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1455108822

Banks in Emu Park

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Community Bank Emu Park Branch

Golf Courses in Emu Park

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emu Park Golf Club

Airports Near Emu Park

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Rockhampton AirportROKMedium Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Great Keppel Is AirportGKLSmall Airport
Hedlow AirportSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
Samuel Hill Airfield ( Danger Zone RAAF Shoal water bay)Small Airport
The Glen AirfieldSmall Airport
The Plains Airfield Shoal water bay RAAFSmall Airport
Yeppoon AerodromeSmall 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 Emu Park

What is the population of Emu Park?

Emu Park has a population of 2,258 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Emu Park expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,855, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Emu Park?

Emu Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.

How is the job market in Emu Park?

The unemployment rate in Emu Park is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $401. There are 215 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Emu Park?

The median home value in Emu Park is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 78.2%.

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