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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).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
631 Population 2/sq mi density
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
17.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$52,796 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,796 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $803/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population631
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$52,796
Per Capita$52,796
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,600
Rent$803
Ownership78.9%
Housing Units252

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Population631
Population Density2 / sq mi
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 Household Income$52,796
Median Age37.0 years

About McKinlay

McKinlay is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 631. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

McKinlay has a population of 631 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

631
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
297.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

McKinlay vs Australia Average

The median household income in McKinlay is $52,796, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,796 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,015, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 60 business establishments.

Income: McKinlay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$52,796
30% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$52,796
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in McKinlay is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 78.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 252 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.9%
Owner-Occupied78.9%
Renter-Occupied21.1%
Housing Units252

Property Tax

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). 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 Australia avg
January Average87°F (31°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area297.9 sq mi (771.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-21.2667°N, 141.3000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.2"
55% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.72"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Yasi (2011).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Yasi Category 2 203 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Libraries in McKinlay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
McKinlay Library0.0

Clinics in McKinlay

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

McKinlay Bush Nursing Centre

Gas Stations in McKinlay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

McKinlay Roadhouse

Airports Near McKinlay

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Answer Downs AirportSmall Airport
Arizona 1 AirportSmall Airport
Cannington Station AirportSmall Airport
Elrose AirportERQSmall Airport
Julia Creek AirportJCKSmall Airport
Kynuna AirportSmall Airport
Kynuna Town Strip (Glenagra)Small Airport
Mckinley AirportSmall Airport
Mimong AirstripSmall Airport
Toorak Research Station AirportSmall Airport
Trepell AirportTQPSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About McKinlay

What is the population of McKinlay?

McKinlay has a population of 631 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is McKinlay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,796, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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.

How is the job market in McKinlay?

McKinlay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,015. There are 60 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in McKinlay?

The median home value in McKinlay is $160,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $803. The homeownership rate is 78.9%.

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