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Kewarra Beach, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Kewarra Beach is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,691. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
5,691 Population 3/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
74.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$28,189 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,189 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$239,400 home value, $1,197/mo rent

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About Kewarra Beach

Kewarra Beach

Kewarra Beach is a coastal suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Kewarra Beach had a population of 6,133 people.

People

Population5,691
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,189
Per Capita$28,189
Unemployment4.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$239,400
Rent$1,197
Ownership75.9%
Housing Units2,276

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population5,691
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-16.7822°, 145.6846°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation74.5 inches (1,891 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,189
Median Age43.0 years

About Kewarra Beach

Kewarra Beach is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,691. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Kewarra Beach has a population of 5,691 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.9 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,691
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
1,670.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kewarra Beach vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kewarra Beach is $28,189, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,189 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $542, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 541 business establishments.

Income: Kewarra Beach vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,189
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,189
Avg Weekly Wage$542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)541

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kewarra Beach is $239,400, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,197 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 75.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,276 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,400
15% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,197
3% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.9%
Owner-Occupied75.9%
Renter-Occupied24.1%
Housing Units2,276

Property Tax

Kewarra Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 74.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1,670.9 sq mi (4,327.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-16.7822°N, 145.6846°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.5"
96% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 20.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 7, 2023.

Jun 7, 2023 122 km ENE of Yarrabah, Australia M4.5 143 km
Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nathan (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Nathan Category 3 221 km
2014 Ita Category 4 105 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 129 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 217 km
2006 Larry Category 4 80 km
1998 Katrina Category 1 280 km
1998 Nathan Category 1 278 km
1991 Joy Category 2 113 km
1990 Ivor Category 1 299 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 101 km
1986 Manu Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 15.0 in
February 80°F (27°C) 20.2 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 16.0 in
April 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in
December 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in Warmest

Kewarra Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 84.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (20.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Kewarra Beach

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Trinity Anglican School
Sun Pacific College Cairns
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Radio Stations near Kewarra Beach

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 community, contemporary AAC 94 kbps
4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE cairns, talk AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Kewarra Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cairns Art Gallery
Cairns Museum
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum

Libraries in Kewarra Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
Earlville Library0.0
Edmonton Library0.0
James Cook University library0.0
Kuranda Library0.0
Manunda Library0.0
Smithfield Library0.0
Stratford Library0.0
Yarrabah Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kewarra Beach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kuranda Heritage Market
Kuranda Markets
Rusty's Markets

Hotels in Kewarra Beach

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paradise Palms Resort

Breweries in Kewarra Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cairns Cruise Line Terminal
FNQ Homebrew

Stadiums & Teams in Kewarra Beach

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kewarra Beach

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cairns International AirportCNSLarge Airport
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dimbulah AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Koah AirportSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Yalkulka AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kewarra Beach

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lives Lived Well
Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kewarra Beach

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Generations 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 Kewarra Beach

What is the population of Kewarra Beach?

Kewarra Beach has a population of 5,691 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kewarra Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,189, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $239,400 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,197 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kewarra Beach?

Kewarra Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kewarra Beach?

Kewarra Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $542. There are 541 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kewarra Beach?

The median home value in Kewarra Beach is $239,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,197. The homeownership rate is 75.9%.

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