Maroochydore, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

18,342 Population 20/sq mi density

20 ft Elevation 6 meters

69°F Avg Temperature 20°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$26,060 median income, 4.6% unemployment

Affordability

1.6 / 5.0

$231,000 home value, $1,155/mo rent

Maroochydore, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,060

65% below

$26,060 per capita

Home Value

$231,000

18% below

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

1% below

Unemployment

4.6%

28% above

Avg Temperature

69°F

337 sunny days/yr

Is Maroochydore a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Maroochydore residents earn a median household income of $26,060 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,060. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,742 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Maroochydore is $231,000 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,155/month.

Climate & Weather

Maroochydore has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 337 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population18,342

Median Age47.0 yrs

Density20/mi²

Foreign Born24.3%

Economy

C+

Median Income$26,060

Per Capita$26,060

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$501

Housing

Home Value$231,000

Rent$1,155

Ownership55.8%

Housing Units7,337

Climate

Avg Temp69°F

Sunny Days337/yr

Rain38.7 in/yr

Elevation20 ft

Did You Know?

24.3% of residents are foreign-born.