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Esk, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Esk is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,718. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,718 Population 2/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
35.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,190 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$16,190 median income, 3.9% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,718
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,190
Per Capita$16,190
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

D
Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership80.2%
Housing Units687

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Population1,718
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates-27.2390°, 152.4222°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.8 inches (909 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,190
Median Age58.0 years

About Esk

Esk is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,718. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Esk has a population of 1,718 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 940.7 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,718
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
940.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Esk vs Australia Average

The median household income in Esk is $16,190, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,190 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $311, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 163 business establishments.

Income: Esk vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,190
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,190
Avg Weekly Wage$311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)163

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Esk is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 80.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 687 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.2%
Owner-Occupied80.2%
Renter-Occupied19.8%
Housing Units687

Property Tax

Climate in Esk

Esk has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (26°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 19.4° / 32.6° 89.8
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 19.3° / 31.4° 102.0
Mar 24°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30.2° 64.3
Apr 20.7°C / 69°F 13.7° / 27.7° 26.2
May 17.4°C / 63°F 10.2° / 24.5° 46.2
Jun 15°C / 59°F 8.1° / 21.8° 27.6
Jul 14.2°C / 58°F 6.7° / 21.7° 20.8
Aug 15°C / 59°F 6.5° / 23.6° 22.2
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 9.9° / 26.8° 30.5
Oct 21.2°C / 70°F 13.3° / 29° 56.6
Nov 23.5°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.8° 73.9
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 18° / 31.6° 106.7
Esk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 35.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area940.7 sq mi (2,436.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-27.2390°N, 152.4222°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.8"
6% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.04"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 106 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 138 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in
March 74°F (23°C) 3.1 in
April 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in

Esk has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 56°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Esk

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Esk State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Esk

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
West Bremer Radio - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Esk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Toogoolawah Museum

Libraries in Esk

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Esk Library0.0
Lowood Library0.0
Toogoolawah Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Esk

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Folk Art

Cafes in Esk

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brisbane Valley Roasters
Nash Gallery and Café
Smylie's Cafe

Monuments in Esk

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

B13 Locomotive Boiler

Gas Stations in Esk

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #1231399580
Mobil

Banks in Esk

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NAB

Golf Courses in Esk

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esk Country Golf Club

Airports Near Esk

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
Toowoomba Wellcamp AirportWTBLarge Airport
Kingaroy AirportKGYMedium Airport
Oakey Army Aviation CentreOKYMedium Airport
RAAF Base Amberley-Medium Airport
Aratula Airstrip-Small Airport
Argyle Airstrip-Small Airport
Blenheim Airstrip-Small Airport
Brisbane Archerfield Airport-Small Airport
Caboolture Airport-Small Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cambooya Airfield-Small Airport
Churchable Airstrip-Small Airport
Clifton Airport-Small Airport
Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private?-Small Airport
Coominya-Small Airport
Crowley Vale private airfield-Small Airport
Donnybrook Airstrip-Small Airport
Driftn-in Airstrip-Small Airport
Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield-Small Airport
Gatton Airpark-Small Airport
Greenmount ALA-Small Airport
Hazelton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilcoy Airfield-Small Airport
Landsborough Airport-Small Airport
Logan Reserve Airport-Small Airport
Mccarons private strip-Small Airport
mount archer-Small Airport
Mount Walker airstrip-Small Airport
Nanango Airport-Small Airport
Redcliffe Airport-Small Airport
Toowoomba AirportTWBSmall Airport
Watts Bridge Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Esk

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Esk Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Esk

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Esk Seventh-day Adventist Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
New Seasons Church
St Agnes'
St Mel’s Parish
The Rock Lutheran 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 Esk

What is the population of Esk?

Esk has a population of 1,718 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 940.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Esk expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,190, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Esk?

Esk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches.

How is the job market in Esk?

Esk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $311. There are 163 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Esk?

The median home value in Esk is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 80.2%.

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