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Golden Beach, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Golden Beach is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 6,093. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Golden Beach
Golden Beach is a coastal suburb of Caloundra in the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. It is located within the Caloundra urban centre directly southwest of the Caloundra CBD. In the 2021 census, Golden Beach had a population of 5,646 people.
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| Population | 6,093 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8218°, 153.1197° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.4 inches (898 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,240 |
| Median Age | 55.0 years |
About Golden Beach
Golden Beach is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 6,093. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Golden Beach vs Australia Average
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Income
| Median HH Income | $22,240 |
| 70% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,240 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $428 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 579 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,400 |
| 20% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,127 |
| 3% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.3% |
| Housing Units | 2,437 |
Property Tax
Climate in Golden Beach
Golden Beach has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 790 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 922.6 sq mi (2,389.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8218°N, 153.1197°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.2 in |
Golden Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 62.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.8") and September the driest (1.7").
Schools in Golden Beach
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Beach State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Golden Beach
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc 96.1 | adult contemporary, commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hot 91.1 | commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Sunshine FM 104.9 | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Golden Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caboolture Historical Village | ||||
| Landsborough Shire's Historical Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Queensland Air Museum | ||||
| The Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology |
Libraries in Golden Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beerwah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buderim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caloundra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawana Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maroochydore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woombye School of Arts | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Golden Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caboolture Country Markets | |||||
| Cotton Tree Market | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market |
Hotels in Golden Beach
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Golden Beach
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Golden Beach
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Golden Beach
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Golden Beach
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Golden Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Sunshine Brewery | ||||
| Sunshine Coast Brewery | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Wild Rocket Micro Brewery | ||||
| Your Mates |
Stadiums & Teams in Golden Beach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Golden Beach
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large 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 |
| Dunwich Airport | SRR | Small Airport |
| Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gympie Airport | GYP | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kooringal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | - | Small Airport |
| mount archer | - | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | - | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Golden Beach
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nicklin Lodge |
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What is the population of Golden Beach?
Golden Beach has a population of 6,093 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 922.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Golden Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,240, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Golden Beach?
Golden Beach 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 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.
How is the job market in Golden Beach?
Golden Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $428. There are 579 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Golden Beach?
The median home value in Golden Beach is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 67.7%.