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Jensen, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Jensen is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,445. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,445 Population 5/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
67.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$32,110 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,110 median income, 2.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent

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About Jensen

Jensen is a suburb in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Jensen had a population of 1,797 people.

People

Population1,445
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,110
Per Capita$32,110
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership93.2%
Housing Units578

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population1,445
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates-19.2457°, 146.6529°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,110
Median Age36.0 years

About Jensen

Jensen is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,445. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Jensen has a population of 1,445 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,445
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
300.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jensen vs Australia Average

The median household income in Jensen is $32,110, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,110 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $618, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 137 business establishments.

Income: Jensen vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,110
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,110
Avg Weekly Wage$618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)137

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jensen is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 93.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 578 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.2%
Owner-Occupied93.2%
Renter-Occupied6.8%
Housing Units578

Property Tax

Climate in Jensen

Jensen has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.3°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1080 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.3°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.9° 254.3
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.7° 325.7
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 23.5° / 31.3° 149.9
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 21.1° / 30.2° 53.9
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18° / 28.2° 25.9
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 15.3° / 26.2° 16.6
Jul 19.8°C / 68°F 14° / 25.7° 13.6
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.5° 19.9
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 17.9° / 28.4° 9.7
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.8° 24.1
Nov 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 31° 60.5
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 24.5° / 31.9° 125.6
Jensen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 67.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area300.7 sq mi (778.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-19.2457°N, 146.6529°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.0"
76% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 11.97"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 1, 2025.

Apr 16, 2011 Queensland, Australia M5.0 149 km
Aug 11, 2003 65 km ENE of Palm Island, Australia M4.8 102 km
Sep 17, 2011 44 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.3 147 km
Mar 1, 2025 0 km SE of Kelso, Australia M4.1 18 km
Apr 16, 2011 45 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 206 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 161 km
2010 Ului Category 1 207 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 271 km
2006 Larry Category 4 194 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 157 km
1991 Joy Category 2 259 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 85 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 9.9 in
February 81°F (27°C) 12.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
April 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
December 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in

Jensen has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 66°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.0") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Jensen

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Anthonys Catholic College
Saint Anthonys Catholic College
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Radio Stations near Jensen

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple-M 102.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Rock Sports and Comedy 20220701 classic rock, comedy AAC 130 kbps
hit 103.1MHz FM Townsville QLD hitNETWORK Hits and Old Skool 20220701 local radio, news AAC 130 kbps
Big Hits Radio QLD Townsville North Queensland 20220701 ballad, classic rock MP3 320 kbps
Power100 100.7MHz FM Townsville QLD First in Local News and Music 20220701 classic rock, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 106.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Todays Best Music 20220701 classic rock, contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
4K1G 107.1FM TATSICM Indigenous Community Radio Townsville classic rock, comedy MP3 128 kbps
ABC Local Radio 630 North Queensland 20230609 local, news AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Jensen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of North Queensland
History and Craft Centre
Museum of Tropical Queensland
RAAF Townsville Aviation Heritage Centre
The Maritime Museum of Townsville
Townsville Museum

Libraries in Jensen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Citylibraries Aitkenvale0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jensen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Willows Rotary Markets

Breweries in Jensen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tiny Mountain Brewery
Tiny Mountain Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Jensen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jensen

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base TownsvilleTSVMedium Airport
Ace Aerodrome Starke FieldSmall Airport
Ayr AirportAYRSmall Airport
Bening Field AirportSmall Airport
Bluewater park AirstripSmall Airport
Donnington AirparkSmall Airport
Home Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Ingham AirportIGHSmall Airport
Lavarack (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Palm Island AirportPMKSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Jensen

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eastbrooke Family Clinic Townsville

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jensen

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Covenant Family Church

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 Jensen

What is the population of Jensen?

Jensen has a population of 1,445 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jensen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,110, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jensen?

Jensen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.

How is the job market in Jensen?

The job market in Jensen is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $618. There are 137 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jensen?

The median home value in Jensen is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 93.2%.

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