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Herberton, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Herberton is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 948. Elevation: 2,992 ft (912 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
948 Population 100/sq mi density
2,992 ft Elevation 912 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.5 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

Population948
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density100/mi²
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population948
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)
Coordinates-17.3736°, 145.3845°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Herberton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herberton 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. Herberton 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

Herberton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 91.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Herberton has a population of 948 with a density of 100 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. 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

948
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Herberton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Herberton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herberton 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: Herberton 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 Herberton, 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: Herberton 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

Herberton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 91.5 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 2,992 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.5 inches
141% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation2,992 ft (912 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates-17.3736°N, 145.3845°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 12.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 13.3 in Wettest
March 71°F (22°C) 10.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in Warmest

Herberton has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 58°F in July to 73°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 62.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.3") and September the driest (0.7").

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

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Herberton

What is the population of Herberton?

Herberton has a population of 948 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Herberton expensive to live in?

Herberton 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 Herberton?

Herberton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Herberton?

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

How are the schools in Herberton?

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

How healthy is Herberton?

The obesity rate in Herberton 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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