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Hail Creek, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Hail Creek is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 602. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
602 Population 2/sq mi density
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$59,522 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,522 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,200 home value, $786/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population602
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,522
Per Capita$59,522
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,200
Rent$786
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units241

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Population602
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-21.5684°, 148.4159°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$59,522
Median Age35.0 years

About Hail Creek

Hail Creek is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 602. The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet (264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Hail Creek has a population of 602 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

602
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hail Creek vs Australia Average

The median household income in Hail Creek is $59,522, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,522 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,145, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Hail Creek vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$59,522
21% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$59,522
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hail Creek is $157,200, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 241 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,200
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units241

Property Tax

Hail Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-21.5684°N, 148.4159°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.92"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.6 on Apr 12, 2002.

Jun 25, 1996 45 km SW of Moranbah, Australia M3.7 106 km
Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 56 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 103 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 4 123 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 216 km
2010 Ului Category 1 132 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 278 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 208 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 238 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 229 km
1980 Simon Category 3 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 4.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in

Hail Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 61°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and September the driest (0.4").

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Monuments in Hail Creek

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fig Tree

Airports Near Hail Creek

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moranbah AirportMOVMedium Airport
Annandale AirstripSmall Airport
Bundarra AirportSmall Airport
Coppabella AirportSmall Airport
Iffley HS AirstripSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Newlands Coalmine AirportSmall Airport
Newlands Coalmine Airport no.2Small Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport
Wentford HomesteadSmall 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 Hail Creek

What is the population of Hail Creek?

Hail Creek has a population of 602 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hail Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,522, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,200 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hail Creek?

Hail Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

How is the job market in Hail Creek?

Hail Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,145. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hail Creek?

The median home value in Hail Creek is $157,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $786. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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