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Millstream, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Millstream is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,204. Elevation: 2,497 ft (761 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
1,204 Population 127/sq mi density
2,497 ft Elevation 761 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$15,616 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$15,616 median income, 11.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$142,600 home value, $713/mo rent

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About Millstream

Millstream is a rural locality in the Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Millstream had a population of 981 people.

People

Population1,204
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density127/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$15,616
Per Capita$15,616
Unemployment11.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$142,600
Rent$713
Ownership89.3%
Housing Units482

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Population1,204
Population Density127 / sq mi
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Coordinates-17.6532°, 145.4140°
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 Household Income$15,616
Median Age52.0 years

About Millstream

Millstream is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,204. The city sits at an elevation of 2,497 feet (761 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Millstream has a population of 1,204 with a density of 127 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,204
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Millstream vs Australia Average

The median household income in Millstream is $15,616, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,616 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $300, 79% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 114 business establishments.

Income: Millstream vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$15,616
79% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$15,616
Avg Weekly Wage$300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)114

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Millstream is $142,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 89.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 482 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,600
49% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.3%
Owner-Occupied89.3%
Renter-Occupied10.7%
Housing Units482

Property Tax

Millstream 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). The city sits at an elevation of 2,497 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates-17.6532°N, 145.4140°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.5"
141% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 11.34"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 15, 2011.

Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ita (2014).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Ita Category 2 178 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 68 km
2009 Hamish Category 2 295 km
2006 Larry Category 4 6 km
1991 Joy Category 2 181 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 34 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 9.8 in
February 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in Wettest
March 72°F (22°C) 9.1 in
April 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
December 74°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest

Millstream has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in July to 74°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (11.3") and September the driest (0.5").

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Museums in Millstream

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eacham Historical Museum

Libraries in Millstream

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Millaa Millaa Library0.0
Ravenshoe Library0.0

Golf Courses in Millstream

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mount Garnet Golf Course.
Ravenshoe Millstream Country Club

Airports Near Millstream

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton Airport-Small Airport
Dallachy(Cardwell) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dimbulah Airport-Small Airport
Dunk Island AirportDKISmall Airport
Glen Ruth Airport-Small Airport
Goshen Station Airport-Small Airport
Gunnawarra Airport-Small Airport
Herberton Airport-Small Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Minnamoolka Airport-Small Airport
Mont Albion Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Mount Garnet Airport-Small Airport
Pinnarendi Airstrip-Small Airport
Tully Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Millstream

What is the population of Millstream?

Millstream has a population of 1,204 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Millstream expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,616, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $142,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Millstream?

Millstream 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.

How is the job market in Millstream?

The job market in Millstream faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $300. There are 114 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Millstream?

The median home value in Millstream is $142,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $713. The homeownership rate is 89.3%.

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