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Karumba, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Karumba is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,275. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,275 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
34.7 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

Population1,275
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,275
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-17.4869°, 140.8426°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (881 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Karumba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karumba 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. Karumba 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

Karumba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Karumba has a population of 1,275. 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

1,275
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Karumba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karumba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karumba 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: Karumba 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 Karumba, 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: Karumba 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

Karumba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.7 inches. 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 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

85°F Jan (30°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-17.4869°N, 140.8426°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (30°C) 9.3 in
February 85°F (29°C) 9.9 in Wettest
March 84°F (29°C) 6.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
November 87°F (30°C) 1.9 in
December 87°F (30°C) 5.5 in Warmest

Karumba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 71°F in July to 87°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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 Karumba

What is the population of Karumba?

Karumba has a population of 1,275 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Karumba expensive to live in?

Karumba 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 Karumba?

Karumba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Karumba?

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

How are the schools in Karumba?

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

How healthy is Karumba?

The obesity rate in Karumba 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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