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Hope Vale, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Hope Vale is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,049. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hope Vale
Hope Vale is a town within the Aboriginal Shire of Hope Vale and a coastal locality split between the Aboriginal Shire of Hope Vale and the Shire of Cook, both in Queensland, Australia. It is an Aboriginal community. In the 2021 census, the locality of Hope Vale had a population of 1,004 people.
People
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B+Climate
| Population | 1,049 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2956°, 145.1113° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.7 inches (2,075 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $13,182 |
| Median Age | 29.0 years |
About Hope Vale
Hope Vale is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,049. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
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Social Characteristics
Hope Vale vs Australia Average
Income: Hope Vale vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $13,182 |
| 82% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $13,182 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $254 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 20.9% |
| 481% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 100 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $67,600 |
| 76% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $338 |
| 71% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 11.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 11.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 88.1% |
| Housing Units | 420 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hope Vale
Hope Vale has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.6°C), the coldest is Jul (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1461 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 1,670.9 sq mi (4,327.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2956°N, 145.1113°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 14.4 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 15.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
Hope Vale has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 81.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (16.7") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Hope Vale
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopevale Campus of CYAAA | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Hope Vale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Cook Museum |
Libraries in Hope Vale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooktown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hope Vale Indigenous Knowledge Centre | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Hope Vale
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hope Vale
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cooktown Airport | CTN | Medium Airport |
| Bloomfield River Airport | BFC | Small Airport |
| Cape Flattery Airport | CQP | Small Airport |
| Helenvale Airport | HLV | Small Airport |
| Hope Vale Airport | HPE | Small Airport |
| Lakeland Airport | LKD | Small Airport |
| Laura Airport | LUU | Small Airport |
| Lizard Island Airport | LZR | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Hope Vale?
Hope Vale has a population of 1,049 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Hope Vale expensive to live in?
The median household income is $13,182, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $67,600 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $338 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Hope Vale?
Hope Vale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.7 inches.
How is the job market in Hope Vale?
The job market in Hope Vale faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $254. There are 100 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hope Vale?
The median home value in Hope Vale is $67,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $338. The homeownership rate is 11.9%.