Hughenden, Australia — City Data & Statistics

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

Population1,253

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 Temp76°F (24°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain19.6 in/yr

Sunny Days300/yr

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	1,253
Elevation	1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates	-20.8440°, 144.2004°
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Queensland
Average Temperature	76°F (24°C)
January Average	85°F (29°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Hughenden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hughenden 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. Hughenden 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

Hughenden has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Hughenden has a population of 1,253. 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

1,253

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Hughenden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hughenden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hughenden 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: Hughenden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hughenden, 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: Hughenden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Hughenden has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier 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 1,083 feet.

Temperature

85°F Jan (29°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	75.7°F
	40% above US avg
January Average	85°F (29°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.6 inches
	49% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates	-20.8440°N, 144.2004°W
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	85°F (29°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
February	83°F (29°C)	4.0 in
March	81°F (27°C)	1.9 in
April	76°F (25°C)	1.1 in
May	70°F (21°C)	0.8 in
June	64°F (18°C)	0.5 in
July	63°F (17°C)	0.4 in	Coldest
August	67°F (19°C)	0.4 in
September	73°F (23°C)	0.2 in	Driest
October	79°F (26°C)	0.9 in
November	83°F (28°C)	1.7 in
December	85°F (29°C)	3.0 in	Warmest

Hughenden has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 63°F in July to 85°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and September the driest (0.2").

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 Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hughenden

What is the population of Hughenden?

Hughenden has a population of 1,253 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Hughenden expensive to live in?

Hughenden 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 Hughenden?

Hughenden has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Hughenden?

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

How are the schools in Hughenden?

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

How healthy is Hughenden?

The obesity rate in Hughenden 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.