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Mirani, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Mirani is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,504. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,504 Population 5/sq mi density
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$26,837 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,837 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $915/mo rent

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About Mirani

Mirani

Mirani is a rural town and locality in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Mirani had a population of 1,806 people.

People

Population1,504
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,837
Per Capita$26,837
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

C+
Home Value$183,000
Rent$915
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units602

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Population1,504
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates-21.1573°, 148.8622°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,837
Median Age33.0 years

About Mirani

Mirani is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,504. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Mirani has a population of 1,504 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,504
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mirani vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mirani is $26,837, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,837 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $516, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 143 business establishments.

Income: Mirani vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,837
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,837
Avg Weekly Wage$516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)143

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mirani is $183,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 602 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units602

Property Tax

Mirani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-21.1573°N, 148.8622°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.83"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 15, 2020.

Aug 18, 2016 37 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.7 148 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 145 km
Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 92 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 170 km
2010 Ului Category 1 97 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 214 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 164 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 230 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 198 km
1980 Simon Category 3 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 12.5 in
February 79°F (26°C) 15.8 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 11.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 6.0 in
May 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in

Mirani has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.8") and September the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Mirani

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mirani State High School
Mirani State School
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Radio Stations near Mirani

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Mirani

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mirani Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Cafes in Mirani

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pioneer Valley Dine-in

Monuments in Mirani

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Memory of Pioneers Mia Mia Valley
Teachers & Family of Mia Mia State School

Veterinaries in Mirani

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #2049365606

Gas Stations in Mirani

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1822911047

Airports Near Mirani

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
Coppabella AirportSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mirani

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Good Shepherd Anglican Church

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 Mirani

What is the population of Mirani?

Mirani has a population of 1,504 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mirani expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,837, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mirani?

Mirani enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Mirani?

Mirani has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $516. There are 143 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mirani?

The median home value in Mirani is $183,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $915. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

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