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Kilkivan, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Kilkivan is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 733. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
733 Population 0/sq mi density
512 ft Elevation 156 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,427 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$16,427 median income, 6.7% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population733
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$16,427
Per Capita$16,427
Unemployment6.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$563
Ownership84.1%
Housing Units293

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Population733
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates-26.0869°, 152.2340°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (930 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,427
Median Age54.0 years

About Kilkivan

Kilkivan is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 733. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Kilkivan has a population of 733 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

733
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
3,376.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kilkivan vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kilkivan is $16,427, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,427 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $316, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Kilkivan vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,427
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,427
Avg Weekly Wage$316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kilkivan is $112,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 293 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.1%
Owner-Occupied84.1%
Renter-Occupied15.9%
Housing Units293

Property Tax

Kilkivan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area3,376.2 sq mi (8,744.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-26.0869°N, 152.2340°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 32 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 129 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 148 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 93 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 1 255 km
1980 Simon Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 5.1 in
March 74°F (24°C) 3.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
December 76°F (24°C) 4.8 in

Kilkivan has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 57°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Kilkivan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kilkivan State School
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Radio Stations near Kilkivan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
102.7 FM Toowoomba community radio AAC+ 96 kbps

Museums in Kilkivan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kilkivan Museum
The Country Way Museum

Libraries in Kilkivan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Goomeri Library0.0
Kilkivan Library0.0

Cafes in Kilkivan

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kilkivan Cafe
Kilkivan General Store

Gas Stations in Kilkivan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kilkivan Tyre & Rural Supplies

Golf Courses in Kilkivan

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kilkivan Golf Club

Airports Near Kilkivan

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kingaroy AirportKGYMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Gayndah AirportGAHSmall Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gympie AirportGYPSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Murgon AirportSmall Airport
Nanango AirportSmall Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)Small Airport
Wondai AirportWDISmall Airport

Post Offices in Kilkivan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kilkivan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilkivan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Matthews Church
Union 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 Kilkivan

What is the population of Kilkivan?

Kilkivan has a population of 733 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kilkivan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,427, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kilkivan?

Kilkivan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches.

How is the job market in Kilkivan?

The unemployment rate in Kilkivan is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $316. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kilkivan?

The median home value in Kilkivan is $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $563. The homeownership rate is 84.1%.

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