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Magnetic Island, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Magnetic Island is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,107. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,107 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
49.2 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

Population2,107
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 Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,107
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-19.1551°, 146.8485°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Magnetic Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnetic 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. Magnetic 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

Magnetic Island has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Magnetic Island has a population of 2,107. 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

2,107
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Magnetic Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magnetic Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnetic 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: Magnetic 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 Magnetic 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: Magnetic 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

Magnetic Island has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 49.2 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 66 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-19.1551°N, 146.8485°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in Warmest, Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
April 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in Coldest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
October 74°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in

Magnetic Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 67°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (11.6") and July the driest (0.5").

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 Magnetic Island

What is the population of Magnetic Island?

Magnetic Island has a population of 2,107 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Magnetic Island expensive to live in?

Magnetic 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 Magnetic Island?

Magnetic Island has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Magnetic Island?

Magnetic 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 Magnetic Island?

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

How healthy is Magnetic Island?

The obesity rate in Magnetic 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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