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Macleay Island, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Macleay Island is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,635. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,635 Population
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
33.0 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

Population2,635
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 Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,635
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates-27.6109°, 153.3600°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Macleay Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macleay Island 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. Macleay Island 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

Macleay Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Macleay Island has a population of 2,635. 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

2,635
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Macleay Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Macleay Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macleay Island 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: Macleay Island 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 Macleay Island, 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: Macleay Island 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

Macleay Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 33.0 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 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates-27.6109°N, 153.3600°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.0 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
March 74°F (23°C) 6.9 in
April 70°F (21°C) 6.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 7.4 in Wettest
June 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in Coldest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
October 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
November 71°F (21°C) 4.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in

Macleay Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 59°F in August to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.4") and September the driest (1.7").

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 Macleay Island

What is the population of Macleay Island?

Macleay Island has a population of 2,635 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Macleay Island expensive to live in?

Macleay Island 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 Macleay Island?

Macleay Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Macleay Island?

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

How are the schools in Macleay Island?

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

How healthy is Macleay Island?

The obesity rate in Macleay Island 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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