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Gilston, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Gilston is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,413. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gilston
Gilston is a rural residential locality in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Gilston had a population of 2,669 people.
People
Economy
BHousing
FClimate
| Population | 2,413 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.0333°, 153.3000° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,873 |
| Median Age | 35.0 years |
About Gilston
Gilston is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,413. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Gilston vs Australia Average
Income: Gilston vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $31,873 |
| 58% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,873 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $613 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 229 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $304,200 |
| 8% above Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,521 |
| 31% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.3% |
| Housing Units | 965 |
Property Tax
Climate in Gilston
Gilston has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1275 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 604.6 sq mi (1,566.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.0333°N, 153.3000°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in |
Gilston has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.6") and August the driest (1.9").
Schools in Gilston
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilston State School | - | - | - | - |
| Silkwood Independent School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gilston
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vision Christian Radio (MP3) | christian music, conversation | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bay 93.9 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebel fm | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Vision180 | christian music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Vision Christian Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Gilston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast Motor Museum | ||||
| Gold Coast War Museum | ||||
| Gold Coast Wax Museum | ||||
| Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre | ||||
| Minjungbal Resource Museum | ||||
| Mudgeeraba Light Horse Museum | ||||
| Surf World | ||||
| Tweed Regional Museum |
Libraries in Gilston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadbeach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burleigh Heads Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burleigh Waters Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canungra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coolangatta Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elanora Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helensvale Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helensvale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Admin & Office of Research Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Admin & Office of Research Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Multimedia Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Multimedia Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Nerang Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palm Beach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Robina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Runaway Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southport Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southport Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southport Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tamborine Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tweed Heads Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gilston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market | |||||
| Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market | |||||
| Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market | |||||
| Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market | |||||
| Carrara Markets | |||||
| Cooloongatta Art & Craft Beachfront Market | |||||
| Currumbin Community Markets | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Fruit Shop | |||||
| Fruit Shop | |||||
| Miami Marketta | |||||
| Palm Beach Farmers' Market | |||||
| The 4217 | |||||
| The 4217 | |||||
| The Village Markets | |||||
| The Village Markets |
Hotels in Gilston
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Gilston
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gilston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hops II | ||||
| Black Hops II | ||||
| Boxer Brewing Company | ||||
| Fortitude Brewing | ||||
| Hound & Stag Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Gilston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gilston
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| Gold Coast Airport | OOL | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Amberley | - | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boonah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brisbane Archerfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunwich Airport | SRR | Small Airport |
| Heck Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kooralbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kooringal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Logan Reserve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murwillumbah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nobbys Creek private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Southport Airport | SHQ | Small Airport |
| Tabragalba Homestead private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Tyagarah Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Gilston
40 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Skin Cancer Clinics | ||
| Australian Skin Cancer Clinics | ||
| Benowa Family Medical Centre | ||
| Brickworks Medical Clinic | ||
| Broadbeach Waters Medical Centre | ||
| Bundall Medical Centre | ||
| Chirn Park Family Practice | ||
| Chistine Cnr Medical Centre | ||
| Christine Avenue Medical Centre | ||
| Diamond Bridge Clinic | ||
| Eastbrooke Family Clinic | ||
| Eastbrooke Family Medical Centre | ||
| Evendale Practice | ||
| Gold Coast Dermatology Clinic | ||
| Gold Coast Medical Precinct - Varsity Lakes | ||
| Gold Coast Office Park | ||
| Gold Coast Skin Cancer Clinic and Surgicentre | ||
| Leading Steps Paediatric Clinic | ||
| Mana Healthcare | ||
| Medical On Miami | ||
| Mermaid Central Medical Clinic | ||
| Mermaid Plaza Medical and Cosmetics | ||
| Merridown Family Surgery | ||
| Miami Family Medical Centre | ||
| Miami Village Medical Practice | ||
| My Doctors Clinic Surfers Paradise | ||
| My Green Medical | ||
| Myhealth Medical Centre Benowa | ||
| Optimal Health Chiropractic | ||
| Optimal Health Clinic | ||
| Portia Millar | ||
| Primary Medical Centre | ||
| Robina Bulk Billing Medical Centre | ||
| Robina Family Medical | ||
| Robina Lakes Medical Centre | ||
| Robina Village Medical Centre | ||
| Southport Day Hospital | ||
| The Cardiac Center | ||
| Vitality Unleashed Psychology | ||
| Worongary Medical Centre |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Gilston?
Gilston has a population of 2,413 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 604.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Gilston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,873, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $304,200 (8% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,521 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Gilston?
Gilston enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
How is the job market in Gilston?
The job market in Gilston is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $613. There are 229 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gilston?
The median home value in Gilston is $304,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,521. The homeownership rate is 83.7%.