Kowanyama, Australia — City Data & Statistics

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

Population964

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 Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain51.1 in/yr

Sunny Days249/yr

Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	964
Elevation	49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates	-15.4736°, 141.7457°
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Queensland
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	84°F (29°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	51.1 inches (1,298 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Kowanyama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kowanyama 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. Kowanyama 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

Kowanyama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Kowanyama has a population of 964. 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

964

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Kowanyama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kowanyama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kowanyama 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: Kowanyama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kowanyama, 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: Kowanyama vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kowanyama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	80.4°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	84°F (29°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.1 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates	-15.4736°N, 141.7457°W
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	84°F (29°C)	13.5 in
February	83°F (28°C)	14.8 in	Wettest
March	82°F (28°C)	9.4 in
April	81°F (27°C)	2.1 in
May	79°F (26°C)	0.4 in
June	75°F (24°C)	0.1 in	Driest
July	74°F (23°C)	0.1 in	Coldest
August	75°F (24°C)	0.1 in
September	80°F (26°C)	0.1 in
October	83°F (29°C)	0.8 in
November	86°F (30°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
December	85°F (30°C)	7.2 in

Kowanyama has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 74°F in July to 86°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (14.8") and June 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 Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kowanyama

What is the population of Kowanyama?

Kowanyama has a population of 964 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Kowanyama expensive to live in?

Kowanyama 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 Kowanyama?

Kowanyama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Kowanyama?

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

How are the schools in Kowanyama?

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

How healthy is Kowanyama?

The obesity rate in Kowanyama 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.