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Ipswich, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Ipswich is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,958. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,958 Population 7/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,043 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$20,043 median income, 11.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,958
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density7/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$20,043
Per Capita$20,043
Unemployment11.8%

Housing

C+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership43.1%
Housing Units1,183

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population2,958
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates-27.6234°, 152.7607°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (774 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,043
Median Age45.0 years

About Ipswich

Ipswich is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,958. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Ipswich has a population of 2,958 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 420.9 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,958
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
420.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ipswich vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ipswich is $20,043, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,043 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $385, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 281 business establishments.

Income: Ipswich vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,043
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,043
Avg Weekly Wage$385

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)281

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ipswich is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 43.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,183 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership43.1%
Owner-Occupied43.1%
Renter-Occupied56.9%
Housing Units1,183

Property Tax

Climate in Ipswich

Ipswich has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.6°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 754 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 19.6° / 31.7° 105.0
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 19.4° / 30.9° 104.3
Mar 23.6°C / 74°F 17.5° / 29.8° 71.1
Apr 20.5°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.6° 36.4
May 17°C / 63°F 9.5° / 24.6° 53.3
Jun 14.4°C / 58°F 6.8° / 22.1° 39.1
Jul 13.6°C / 56°F 5.1° / 22.1° 23.8
Aug 14.6°C / 58°F 5.4° / 23.8° 24.2
Sep 18°C / 64°F 9.3° / 26.8° 34.8
Oct 20.7°C / 69°F 12.9° / 28.5° 57.8
Nov 23.1°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.1° 87.2
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 18.2° / 31.1° 116.9
Ipswich enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 30.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area420.9 sq mi (1,090.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-27.6234°N, 152.7607°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.14"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
February 76°F (25°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in Coldest
July 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
August 58°F (15°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 5.0 in

Ipswich has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 58°F in June to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Ipswich

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ipswich Central State School
Ipswich West State School
Bremer State High School
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Radio Stations near Ipswich

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Brisbane classic rock, modern rock AAC 130 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
B105 105.3 Brisbane adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
ABC Triple J Queensland 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 238 kbps
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 kbps
4RPH Reading Radio reading, spoken word AAC 40 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
B105 105.3MHz FM Brisbane QLD Hits from Then to Now - 20230614 adult contemporary, hot adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
4zzz brisbane, independent MP3 128 kbps
ABC 612kHz AM Brisbane QLD Queensland Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR1) MP3 256 kbps
Stereo 10 Brisbane 80s, classic hits AAC+ 96 kbps
Vision Christian Radio MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
SENQ sport, sports AAC 65 kbps
West Bremer Radio AAC+ 128 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR2) MP3 256 kbps
The Engineered Network education, news MP3

Museums in Ipswich

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boiler Shop
Brisbane Tramway Museum
Cobb & Co Coach
Enoggera & Districts Historical Society
Enoggera & Districts Historical Society
Ipswich Racing Museum
Rosewood Railway Museum
Rosewood Scrub Historical Society
Scout Heritage Centre (Wheelhouse)

Libraries in Ipswich

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arana Hills Library0.0
Ashgrove Library0.0
Building H0.0
Corinda Library0.0
Everton Park Library0.0
Greenbank Library0.0
Hillbrook Library0.0
Inala Library0.0
Indooroopilly Library0.0
Ipswich Central Library0.0
Kenmore Library0.0
Kenmore Library0.0
Library0.0
Lowood Library0.0
Mitchelton Library0.0
Mitchelton Library0.0
Mount Coot-tha Library0.0
Mount Coot-tha Library0.0
Mount Ommaney Library0.0
Redbank Plains Library0.0
Redbank Plaza Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Roscoe Library Saint Francis Theological College0.0
Rosewood Library0.0
Toowong Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ipswich

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brookfield Markets
Davies Park Market
Davies Park Market
Folk Art
Milton Markets

Hotels in Ipswich

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Ipswich
Quest Ipswich

Restaurants in Ipswich

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cray's
Hog's Breath Cafe
Indian Mehfil
Pizza Hut
The Sourdough Crust Co

Cafes in Ipswich

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ellen & Rod Cafe
The Chambers Cafe
Tower Central Cafe

Theatres in Ipswich

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Incinerator Theater
Ipswich Civic Centre
Ipswich Civic Centre

Zoos in Ipswich

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ipswich Nature Centre

Clinics in Ipswich

10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1000432623
AU #1000453219
AU #13000220067
AU #892235002
East Clinic
Ipswich Day Hospital
Ipswich Specialist Centre
Limestone Medical Centre
myhealth Medical Centre
Warwick Road Medical

Dentists in Ipswich

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ipswich Community Dental Clinic
Limestone Dental

Bus Stations in Ipswich

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salisbury Rd at Thorn Street

Gas Stations in Ipswich

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex

Banks in Ipswich

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Ipswich

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sandy Gallop Golf Course

Breweries in Ipswich

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
White Lies Brewing and Distillery

Stadiums & Teams in Ipswich

TeamLeagueDivision
Graceville Memorial Grandstand
Pat Rafter Arena
Suncorp Stadium

Airports Near Ipswich

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Aratula AirstripSmall Airport
Blenheim AirstripSmall Airport
Boonah AirportSmall Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Caboolture AirportSmall Airport
Churchable AirstripSmall Airport
Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private?Small Airport
CoominyaSmall Airport
Crowley Vale private airfieldSmall Airport
Donnybrook AirstripSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Emu Gully (Toowoomba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gatton AirparkSmall Airport
Hazelton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Heck Field AirportSmall Airport
Kilcoy AirfieldSmall Airport
Kooralbyn AirportSmall Airport
Kooringal AirstripSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Mccarons private stripSmall Airport
mount archerSmall Airport
Mount Walker airstripSmall Airport
Murwillumbah AirportSmall Airport
Nobbys Creek private StripSmall Airport
Redcliffe AirportSmall Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private stripSmall Airport
Tangalooma AirportTANSmall Airport
Watts Bridge AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Ipswich

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Absolute Recovery
Australian Skin Cancer Clinic
Barefoot Physiotherapy
Brisbane Acupuncture Clinic
Chambers at 32
Child and Youth Community Health Service Indooroopilly
Endodontic Group
Little Big Feet
Marshall Lane Health Clinic
Marshall Lane Medical Centre
Milton Village Medical
Montague Road Medical Centre
Old Northern Road Medical Centre
Renaissant Aesthetic Health
The Formulated
Therapeutic Colonics
Urgent Care Brisbane

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ipswich

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ipswich City Uniting Church
Ipswich Gospel Chapel
Ipswich Lutheran Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St. Paul's Church

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UFO Sightings
6
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ipswich

What is the population of Ipswich?

Ipswich has a population of 2,958 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 420.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ipswich expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,043, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ipswich?

Ipswich enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.

How is the job market in Ipswich?

The job market in Ipswich faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $385. There are 281 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ipswich?

The median home value in Ipswich is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 43.1%.

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