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Malanda, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Malanda is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,004. Elevation: 2,428 ft (740 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,004 Population
2,428 ft Elevation 740 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.5 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

Population2,004
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,004
Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)
Coordinates-17.3523°, 145.5953°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Malanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malanda 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. Malanda 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

Malanda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 91.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Malanda has a population of 2,004. 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

2,004
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Malanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malanda 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: Malanda 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 Malanda, 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: Malanda 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

Malanda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 91.5 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 2,428 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall91.5 inches
141% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)
Coordinates-17.3523°N, 145.5953°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 13.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 19.5 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 18.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 13.3 in
May 65°F (19°C) 10.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 10.3 in
July 58°F (14°C) 5.7 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
September 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Driest
October 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in

Malanda has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 58°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 111.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (19.5") and September the driest (1.8").

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 Malanda

What is the population of Malanda?

Malanda has a population of 2,004 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Malanda expensive to live in?

Malanda 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 Malanda?

Malanda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Malanda?

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

How are the schools in Malanda?

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

How healthy is Malanda?

The obesity rate in Malanda 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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