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Etna Creek, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Etna Creek is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 787. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
787 Population 3/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$32,313 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$32,313 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population787
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,313
Per Capita$32,313
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership91.8%
Housing Units315

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population787
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates-23.2167°, 150.4667°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,313
Median Age35.0 years

About Etna Creek

Etna Creek is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 787. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Etna Creek has a population of 787 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

787
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Etna Creek vs Australia Average

The median household income in Etna Creek is $32,313, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,313 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $621, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: Etna Creek vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,313
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,313
Avg Weekly Wage$621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Etna Creek is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 91.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 315 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.8%
Owner-Occupied91.8%
Renter-Occupied8.2%
Housing Units315

Property Tax

Climate in Etna Creek

Etna Creek has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 728 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 22.7° / 32.5° 106.4
Feb 27.4°C / 81°F 22.7° / 32° 142.2
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.2° 80.5
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 18.6° / 29.2° 35.4
May 20.7°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.6° 31.1
Jun 18.1°C / 65°F 12° / 24.2° 34.6
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 10.5° / 23.9° 30.8
Aug 18.4°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.5° 30.0
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 28.4° 25.2
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30.1° 51.2
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 19.9° / 31.6° 60.1
Dec 27.1°C / 81°F 21.7° / 32.5° 100.8
Etna Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 36.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-23.2167°N, 150.4667°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.71"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

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 10 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 244 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 105 km
1980 Simon Category 3 88 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
April 74°F (24°C) 2.3 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.8 in

Etna Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Etna Creek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
School of Today
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Radio Stations near Etna Creek

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 Etna Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archer Park Rail Museum
Rockhampton Heritage Village

Libraries in Etna Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Building 100.0
Gracemere Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Rockhampton North Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Etna Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Doblo's Farmers' Market

Stadiums & Teams in Etna Creek

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Etna Creek

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rockhampton AirportROKMedium Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Glenroy private stripSmall 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
Williamson AirportSmall Airport
Yeppoon AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Etna Creek

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Binbi Yadubay

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 Etna Creek

What is the population of Etna Creek?

Etna Creek has a population of 787 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Etna Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,313, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Etna Creek?

Etna Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.

How is the job market in Etna Creek?

Etna Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $621. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Etna Creek?

The median home value in Etna Creek is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 91.8%.

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