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Gooburrum, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Gooburrum is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,518. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,518 Population 5/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$23,423 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,423 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Gooburrum

Gooburrum

Gooburrum is a rural locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Gooburrum had a population of 1,518 people. The neighbourhood of Tantitha is within the locality.

People

Population1,518
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,423
Per Capita$23,423
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership91.9%
Housing Units607

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,518
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-24.8231°, 152.3315°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (667 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,423
Median Age49.0 years

About Gooburrum

Gooburrum is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,518. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Gooburrum has a population of 1,518 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,518
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
289.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gooburrum vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gooburrum is $23,423, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,423 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $450, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 144 business establishments.

Income: Gooburrum vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,423
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,423
Avg Weekly Wage$450

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)144

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gooburrum is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 91.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 607 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.9%
Owner-Occupied91.9%
Renter-Occupied8.1%
Housing Units607

Property Tax

Climate in Gooburrum

Gooburrum has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 21.4° / 30.7° 135.7
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 21.7° / 30.5° 164.8
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.5° 106.5
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 17.6° / 27.8° 45.3
May 19.8°C / 68°F 14.5° / 25.2° 64.2
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 12° / 22.9° 55.6
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 10.7° / 22.8° 24.9
Aug 17.5°C / 64°F 11.1° / 23.9° 32.0
Sep 20.1°C / 68°F 14.1° / 26.1° 38.2
Oct 22°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.4° 69.8
Nov 24°C / 75°F 19° / 29° 73.1
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 20.6° / 30° 111.9
Gooburrum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area289.0 sq mi (748.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-24.8231°N, 152.3315°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.42"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2016.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 106 km
Aug 13, 2016 111 km ENE of Agnes Water, Australia M4.6 123 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 170 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 221 km
1980 Simon Category 2 155 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.4 in Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
March 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 4.8 in

Gooburrum has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in June to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Gooburrum

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Oakwood State School - - - -
Gooburrum State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gooburrum

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
Gin Gin's Own 104.9 community MP3 128 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Gooburrum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bert Hinkler House
Bundaberg Museum
Bundaberg Railway Museum
Fairymead House Museum
Hinkler Hall of Aviation

Libraries in Gooburrum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bundaberg Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gooburrum

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's markets

Breweries in Gooburrum

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
384 North Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Gooburrum

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gooburrum

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Agnes Water private Airport-Small Airport
Aquila Airfield-Small Airport
Biggenden Airport-Small Airport
Bully Yard private Airfield-Small Airport
Childers Airport-Small Airport
Lady Elliot Island AirstripLYTSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Monduran Airport-Small Airport
North Gregory/Elliott Field-Small Airport
Pacific Haven Airport-Small Airport
private airfield agnes waters-Small Airport
private airstrip agnes waters-Small Airport
private runway agnes waters-Small Airport
Rodds Bay Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Gooburrum

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health First Bundaberg

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 Gooburrum

What is the population of Gooburrum?

Gooburrum has a population of 1,518 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gooburrum expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,423, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gooburrum?

Gooburrum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Gooburrum?

Gooburrum has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $450. There are 144 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gooburrum?

The median home value in Gooburrum is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 91.9%.

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