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Koumala, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Koumala is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 808. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
808 Population 3/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$26,161 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$26,161 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population808
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,161
Per Capita$26,161
Unemployment0.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership85.6%
Housing Units323

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population808
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates-21.6167°, 149.2500°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,474 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,161
Median Age45.0 years

About Koumala

Koumala is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 808. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Koumala has a population of 808 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

808
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Koumala vs Australia Average

The median household income in Koumala is $26,161, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,161 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $503, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments.

Income: Koumala vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,161
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,161
Avg Weekly Wage$503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Koumala is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 323 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, 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

Homeownership85.6%
Owner-Occupied85.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units323

Property Tax

Koumala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-21.6167°N, 149.2500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 12.13"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Apr 12, 2002.

Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 141 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 156 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 130 km
2010 Ului Category 1 157 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 208 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 224 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 294 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 143 km
1980 Simon Category 3 191 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 10.7 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in Wettest
March 78°F (25°C) 8.9 in
April 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in

Koumala has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 62°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (12.1") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Koumala

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Koumala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Field of Dreams Museum

Libraries in Koumala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sarina Library0.0

Hotels in Koumala

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Koumala Hotel

Gas Stations in Koumala

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United Ilbilbie

Airports Near Koumala

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Bundarra AirportSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Long Island AirstripSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
Quail Island AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport
Wild Duck Island AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Koumala

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Koumala Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Koumala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican 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 Koumala

What is the population of Koumala?

Koumala has a population of 808 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Koumala expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,161, 65% 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 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Koumala?

Koumala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.

How is the job market in Koumala?

The job market in Koumala is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $503. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Koumala?

The median home value in Koumala is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 85.6%.

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