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Longreach, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Longreach is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,690. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,690 Population
630 ft Elevation 192 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
16.5 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

Population3,690
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 Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,690
Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-23.4421°, 144.2492°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation16.5 inches (418 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Longreach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longreach 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. Longreach 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

Longreach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Longreach has a population of 3,690. 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

3,690
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Longreach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Longreach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longreach 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: Longreach 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 Longreach, 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: Longreach 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

Longreach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.5 inches (drier 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 630 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-23.4421°N, 144.2492°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 86°F (30°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 85°F (29°C) 3.0 in Wettest
March 82°F (28°C) 2.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
October 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (28°C) 1.4 in
December 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in

Longreach has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 60°F in July to 86°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.0") and September the driest (0.4").

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 Longreach

What is the population of Longreach?

Longreach has a population of 3,690 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Longreach expensive to live in?

Longreach 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 Longreach?

Longreach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Longreach?

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

How are the schools in Longreach?

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

How healthy is Longreach?

The obesity rate in Longreach 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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