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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,049 Population
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
81.7 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

Population1,049
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain81.7 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,049
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-15.2956°, 145.1113°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation81.7 inches (2,075 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Hope Vale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hope Vale receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Hope Vale 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

Hope Vale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hope Vale has a population of 1,049. 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

1,049
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Hope Vale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hope Vale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hope Vale 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: Hope Vale 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 Hope Vale, 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: Hope Vale 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

Hope Vale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.7 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 184 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.7 inches
115% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-15.2956°N, 145.1113°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

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").

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 Hope Vale

What is the population of Hope Vale?

Hope Vale has a population of 1,049 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Hope Vale expensive to live in?

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

How is the job market in Hope Vale?

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

How are the schools in Hope Vale?

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

How healthy is Hope Vale?

The obesity rate in Hope Vale 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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