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Hay Point, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Hay Point is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,263. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,263 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
51.7 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

Population1,263
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,263
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-21.2965°, 149.2737°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Hay Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hay Point 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. Hay Point 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

Hay Point has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hay Point has a population of 1,263. 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

1,263
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Hay Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hay Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hay Point 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: Hay Point 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 Hay Point, 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: Hay Point 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

Hay Point has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-21.2965°N, 149.2737°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 8.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Coldest
August 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in

Hay Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 63°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.3") and September the driest (0.8").

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 Hay Point

What is the population of Hay Point?

Hay Point has a population of 1,263 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Hay Point expensive to live in?

Hay Point 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 Hay Point?

Hay Point has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hay Point?

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

How are the schools in Hay Point?

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

How healthy is Hay Point?

The obesity rate in Hay Point 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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