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Laura, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Laura is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 520. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
520 Population
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population520
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population520
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates-15.5217°, 144.1987°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Laura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laura 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. Laura 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

Laura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Laura has a population of 520. 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

520
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Laura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Laura vs U.S. Average

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

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Laura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. 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 417 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates-15.5217°N, 144.1987°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 10.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in Wettest
March 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in
May 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in
November 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
December 84°F (29°C) 6.2 in Warmest

Laura has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 72°F in July to 84°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.8") and July 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 Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Laura

What is the population of Laura?

Laura has a population of 520 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Laura expensive to live in?

Laura 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 Laura?

Laura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Laura?

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

How are the schools in Laura?

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

How healthy is Laura?

The obesity rate in Laura 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.

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