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Lake Macdonald, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Lake Macdonald is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,323. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Lake Macdonald
Lake Macdonald is a rural locality in the Shire of Noosa, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Lake Macdonald had a population of 1,352 people.
People
Economy
C+Housing
FClimate
| Population | 1,323 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.3848°, 152.9321° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.7 inches (982 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,370 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Lake Macdonald
Lake Macdonald is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,323. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lake Macdonald vs Australia Average
Income: Lake Macdonald vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,370 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,370 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $469 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $236,600 |
| 16% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,183 |
| 2% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 89.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.4% |
| Housing Units | 529 |
Property Tax
Climate in Lake Macdonald
Lake Macdonald has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 360.5 sq mi (933.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.3848°N, 152.9321°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in |
Lake Macdonald has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in June to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.0") and September the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Lake Macdonald
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc 96.1 | adult contemporary, commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hot 91.1 | commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Sunshine FM 104.9 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lake Macdonald
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooroy Saw Mill site | ||||
| Eumundi Museum | ||||
| Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Noosa Shire Museum | ||||
| The Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Kenilworth Museum | ||||
| Yandina Historic House |
Libraries in Lake Macdonald
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cooroy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenilworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Noosa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lake Macdonald
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eumundi Markets | |||||
| Noosa Farmers Market | |||||
| Yandina Country Markets |
Breweries in Lake Macdonald
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Pot Brewery | ||||
| Heads of Noosa | ||||
| Terella Brewing |
Airports Near Lake Macdonald
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Donnybrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gympie Airport | GYP | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | — | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Lake Macdonald
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nicklin Lodge |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lake Macdonald?
Lake Macdonald has a population of 1,323 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 360.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Lake Macdonald expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,370, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Lake Macdonald?
Lake Macdonald enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.
How is the job market in Lake Macdonald?
The unemployment rate in Lake Macdonald is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $469. There are 126 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lake Macdonald?
The median home value in Lake Macdonald is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 89.6%.