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Goombungee, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Goombungee is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 976. Elevation: 1,657 ft (505 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
976 Population
1,657 ft Elevation 505 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population976
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population976
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Coordinates-27.3075°, 151.8513°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (782 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Goombungee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goombungee receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Goombungee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Goombungee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Goombungee has a population of 976. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

976
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Goombungee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Goombungee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goombungee is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Goombungee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Goombungee, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Goombungee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Goombungee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Coordinates-27.3075°N, 151.8513°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
August 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in

Goombungee has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 53°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (1.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Goombungee

What is the population of Goombungee?

Goombungee has a population of 976 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Goombungee expensive to live in?

Goombungee is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Goombungee?

Goombungee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Goombungee?

Goombungee has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Goombungee?

35.0% of adults in Goombungee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Goombungee?

The obesity rate in Goombungee is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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