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Fernvale, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Fernvale is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,213. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fernvale
Fernvale is a rural town and locality in the Somerset Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Fernvale had a population of 3,629 people.
People
Economy
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| Population | 3,213 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.4548°, 152.6532° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (883 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,229 |
| Median Age | 35.0 years |
About Fernvale
Fernvale is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,213. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Fernvale vs Australia Average
Income: Fernvale vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,229 |
| 65% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,229 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $504 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 305 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 76.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,285 |
Property Tax
Climate in Fernvale
Fernvale has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.6°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 754 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 3,684.9 sq mi (9,543.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.4548°N, 152.6532°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in |
Fernvale has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 58°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.1").
Schools in Fernvale
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernvale State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fernvale
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple M Brisbane | classic rock, modern rock | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 128k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| B105 105.3 Brisbane | adult contemporary | AAC 130 kbps | |
| ABC Triple J Queensland 20220701 | current affairs, news | AAC 238 kbps | |
| Vision Christian Radio (MP3) | christian music, conversation | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 4RPH Reading Radio | reading, spoken word | AAC 40 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Brisbane (MP3) | commercial, easy listening | MP3 96 kbps | |
| B105 105.3MHz FM Brisbane QLD Hits from Then to Now - 20230614 | adult contemporary, hot adult contemporary | AAC 130 kbps | |
| 4zzz | brisbane, independent | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC 612kHz AM Brisbane QLD Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | contemporary, current affairs | AAC 94 kbps | |
| Vision180 | christian music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 48k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Systrum Sistum (SSR1) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Stereo 10 Brisbane | 80s, classic hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Vision Christian Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 320k) | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| SENQ | sport, sports | AAC 65 kbps | |
| West Bremer Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Systrum Sistum (SSR2) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| The Engineered Network | education, news | MP3 |
Museums in Fernvale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiler Shop | ||||
| Cobb & Co Coach | ||||
| Ipswich Racing Museum | ||||
| Rosewood Railway Museum | ||||
| Rosewood Scrub Historical Society | ||||
| Samford Museum | ||||
| Scout Heritage Centre (Wheelhouse) |
Libraries in Fernvale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building H | 0.0 | |||||
| Esk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ipswich Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lowood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redbank Plains Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redbank Plaza Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosewood Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fernvale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Art |
Restaurants in Fernvale
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fernvale
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fernvale
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fernvale
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fernvale
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Fernvale
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Fernvale
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Amberley | - | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blenheim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boonah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brisbane Archerfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Ellinthorp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Greenmount ALA | - | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heck Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kooralbyn Airport | - | 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 |
| Redcliffe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southport Airport | SHQ | Small Airport |
| Tabragalba Homestead private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Warwick Airport | WAZ | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fernvale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fernvale Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fernvale
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fernvale - Lowood Uniting Church |
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What is the population of Fernvale?
Fernvale has a population of 3,213 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Fernvale expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,229, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Fernvale?
Fernvale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
How is the job market in Fernvale?
Fernvale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $504. There are 305 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fernvale?
The median home value in Fernvale is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 76.5%.