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Glen Eden, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Glen Eden is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,918. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,918 Population 10/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
27.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$32,955 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,955 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Glen Eden

Glen Eden

Glen Eden is a suburb of Gladstone in the Gladstone Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Glen Eden had a population of 2,918 people.

People

Population2,918
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,955
Per Capita$32,955
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

B+
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership55.7%
Housing Units1,167

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days346/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Population2,918
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates-23.8974°, 151.2713°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (707 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,955
Median Age30.0 years

About Glen Eden

Glen Eden is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,918. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Glen Eden has a population of 2,918 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,918
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
291.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Glen Eden vs Australia Average

The median household income in Glen Eden is $32,955, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,955 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $634, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 277 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$32,955
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,955
Avg Weekly Wage$634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)277

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Eden is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 55.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,167 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.7%
Owner-Occupied55.7%
Renter-Occupied44.3%
Housing Units1,167

Property Tax

Climate in Glen Eden

Glen Eden has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 833 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.7° 154.3
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.5° 155.3
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 21.8° / 30.5° 103.1
Apr 24.2°C / 76°F 19.7° / 28.6° 42.1
May 21.6°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.1° 31.2
Jun 19.2°C / 67°F 14.7° / 23.8° 36.8
Jul 18.7°C / 66°F 13.9° / 23.5° 24.8
Aug 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 24.9° 32.7
Sep 22°C / 72°F 17° / 27.1° 29.5
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 18.9° / 28.9° 50.5
Nov 25.5°C / 78°F 20.7° / 30.4° 57.0
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 22.1° / 31.4° 115.6
Glen Eden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 346 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 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days346 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area291.3 sq mi (754.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-23.8974°N, 151.2713°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.9"
27% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Feb 15, 2015.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 147 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 131 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 59 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 235 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 187 km
1980 Simon Category 3 113 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Warmest
March 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
July 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in

Glen Eden has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 60°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Glen Eden

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Carinity Education Gladstone
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Museums in Glen Eden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum
H.M.A.S. Glastone
Model Train Club and Railway Museum

Libraries in Glen Eden

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boyne Island Library0.0
Calliope Library0.0
Gladstone Regional Council Library0.0

Airports Near Glen Eden

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Thangool AirportTHGMedium Airport
Agnes Water private AirportSmall Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Great Keppel Is AirportGKLSmall Airport
Hedlow AirportSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
private airfield agnes watersSmall Airport
private airstrip agnes watersSmall Airport
private runway agnes watersSmall Airport
Rodds Bay AirstripSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Glen Eden

What is the population of Glen Eden?

Glen Eden has a population of 2,918 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Glen Eden expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,955, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Glen Eden?

Glen Eden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 346 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.

How is the job market in Glen Eden?

The unemployment rate in Glen Eden is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $634. There are 277 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Glen Eden?

The median home value in Glen Eden is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 55.7%.

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