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Goondi Bend, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Goondi Bend is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 591. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
591 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
112.4 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

Population591
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain112.4 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population591
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-17.5171°, 146.0111°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation112.4 inches (2,855 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Goondi Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goondi Bend 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. Goondi Bend 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

Goondi Bend has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 112.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Goondi Bend has a population of 591. 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

591
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Goondi Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Goondi Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goondi Bend 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: Goondi Bend 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 Goondi Bend, 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: Goondi Bend 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

Goondi Bend has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 112.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall112.4 inches
196% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-17.5171°N, 146.0111°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 15.8 in
February 80°F (27°C) 24.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 23.0 in
April 77°F (25°C) 14.0 in
May 73°F (23°C) 10.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 5.5 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in Driest
November 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in
December 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in

Goondi Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 69°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 119.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (24.1") and October the driest (2.8").

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 Goondi Bend

What is the population of Goondi Bend?

Goondi Bend has a population of 591 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Goondi Bend expensive to live in?

Goondi Bend 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 Goondi Bend?

Goondi Bend has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Goondi Bend?

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

How are the schools in Goondi Bend?

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

How healthy is Goondi Bend?

The obesity rate in Goondi Bend 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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