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McKinlay, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

McKinlay is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 631. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
631 Population
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
17.2 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

Population631
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 Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population631
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-21.2667°, 141.3000°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation17.2 inches (437 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is McKinlay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKinlay 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. McKinlay 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

McKinlay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

McKinlay has a population of 631. 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

631
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

McKinlay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

McKinlay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKinlay 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: McKinlay 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 McKinlay, 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: McKinlay 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

McKinlay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.2 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 568 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (31°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above US avg
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates-21.2667°N, 141.3000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (31°C) 4.7 in Wettest
February 86°F (30°C) 4.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in
November 86°F (30°C) 1.2 in
December 88°F (31°C) 2.2 in Warmest

McKinlay has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 63°F in July to 88°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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 McKinlay

What is the population of McKinlay?

McKinlay has a population of 631 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is McKinlay expensive to live in?

McKinlay 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 McKinlay?

McKinlay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in McKinlay?

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

How are the schools in McKinlay?

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

How healthy is McKinlay?

The obesity rate in McKinlay 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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