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Home Hill, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Home Hill is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,013. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Home Hill
Home Hill is a rural town and locality in the Shire of Burdekin, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Home Hill had a population of 2,876 people.
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| Population | 3,013 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.6592°, 147.4123° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,128 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,207 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Home Hill
Home Hill is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,013. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Social Characteristics
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Income
| Median HH Income | $22,207 |
| 70% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,207 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $427 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 286 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,000 |
| 56% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $620 |
| 47% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,205 |
Property Tax
Climate in Home Hill
Home Hill has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Jul (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 824 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 8,693.5 sq mi (22,516.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.6592°N, 147.4123°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in |
Home Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 66°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.8") and September the driest (0.5").
Schools in Home Hill
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Colmans School | — | — | — | — |
| Airville State School | — | — | — | — |
| Home Hill State High School | — | — | — | — |
| Home Hill State School | — | — | — | — |
| Osborne State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Home Hill
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet FM 97.1MHz Community Radio Burdekin Queensland | classic rock, community radio | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Home Hill
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burdekin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Home Hill Branch Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Home Hill
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Home Hill
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Home Hill
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Home Hill
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Home Hill
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Home Hill
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville | TSV | Medium Airport |
| Ace Aerodrome Starke Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ayr Airport | AYR | Small Airport |
| Donnington Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Hillsborough Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Home Hill Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Johnnycake Homestead | — | Small Airport |
| Lavarack (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ravenswood Gold mine | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Home Hill
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Home Hill LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Home Hill
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hellenic Memorial Parish Hall |
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What is the population of Home Hill?
Home Hill has a population of 3,013 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 8,693.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Home Hill expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,207, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Home Hill?
Home Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.
How is the job market in Home Hill?
Home Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $427. There are 286 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Home Hill?
The median home value in Home Hill is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 75.4%.