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Glenella, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Glenella is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,297. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,297 Population 14/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$33,158 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,158 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$253,600 home value, $1,268/mo rent

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About Glenella

Glenella

Glenella is a mixed-use town and suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Glenella had a population of 4,545 people.

People

Population4,297
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density14/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,158
Per Capita$33,158
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

C
Home Value$253,600
Rent$1,268
Ownership79.1%
Housing Units1,719

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population4,297
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-21.1177°, 149.1445°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,158
Median Age39.0 years

About Glenella

Glenella is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,297. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Glenella has a population of 4,297 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,297
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Glenella vs Australia Average

The median household income in Glenella is $33,158, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,158 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $638, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 408 business establishments.

Income: Glenella vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$33,158
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,158
Avg Weekly Wage$638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)408

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Glenella is $253,600, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 79.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,719 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,600
10% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,268
9% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.1%
Owner-Occupied79.1%
Renter-Occupied20.9%
Housing Units1,719

Property Tax

Climate in Glenella

Glenella has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
Glenella enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-21.1177°N, 149.1445°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.04"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 15, 2020.

Aug 18, 2016 37 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.7 149 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 146 km
Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 104 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 141 km
2010 Ului Category 1 102 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 188 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 168 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 243 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 174 km
1980 Simon Category 3 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
April 74°F (24°C) 5.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Warmest

Glenella has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Glenella

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glenella State School
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Radio Stations near Glenella

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Glenella

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Glenella

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Gas Stations in Glenella

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1292388215

Airports Near Glenella

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport

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 Glenella

What is the population of Glenella?

Glenella has a population of 4,297 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Glenella expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,158, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Glenella?

Glenella 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 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Glenella?

The job market in Glenella is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $638. There are 408 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Glenella?

The median home value in Glenella is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 79.1%.

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