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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
602 Population
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
28.4 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

Population602
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population602
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 Age37.5 years

Is Hail Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hail Creek 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. Hail Creek 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

Hail Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hail Creek has a population of 602. 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

602
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Hail Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hail Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hail Creek 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: Hail Creek 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 Hail Creek, 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: Hail Creek 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

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). 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 866 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates-21.5684°N, 148.4159°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

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").

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 Hail Creek

What is the population of Hail Creek?

Hail Creek has a population of 602 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Hail Creek expensive to live in?

Hail Creek 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hail Creek?

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

How are the schools in Hail Creek?

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

How healthy is Hail Creek?

The obesity rate in Hail Creek 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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