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Miriam Vale, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Miriam Vale is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 506. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
506 Population 2/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$19,536 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,536 median income, 7.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $549/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population506
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,536
Per Capita$19,536
Unemployment7.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$109,800
Rent$549
Ownership79.6%
Housing Units202

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population506
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-24.3322°, 151.5629°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,536
Median Age52.0 years

About Miriam Vale

Miriam Vale is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 506. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Miriam Vale has a population of 506 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

506
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
291.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Miriam Vale vs Australia Average

The median household income in Miriam Vale is $19,536, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,536 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $376, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Miriam Vale vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,536
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,536
Avg Weekly Wage$376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Miriam Vale is $109,800, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $549 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 79.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 202 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$549
53% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.6%
Owner-Occupied79.6%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units202

Property Tax

Miriam Vale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area291.3 sq mi (754.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-24.3322°N, 151.5629°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2016.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 100 km
Aug 13, 2016 111 km ENE of Agnes Water, Australia M4.6 148 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 79 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 246 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 243 km
1980 Simon Category 2 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in Warmest
February 78°F (25°C) 6.6 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 4.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
May 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
December 78°F (25°C) 4.8 in

Miriam Vale has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 61°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.6") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Miriam Vale

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Miriam Vale State School
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Radio Stations near Miriam Vale

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Miriam Vale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Miriam Vale Library0.0

Train Stations in Miriam Vale

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Builyan
Many Peaks
Miriam Vale

Gas Stations in Miriam Vale

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1835106346
AU #3049859266
AU #4486004534
Star Roadhouse

Shopping Malls in Miriam Vale

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miriam Vale Arcade

Golf Courses in Miriam Vale

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miriam Vale Golf Course

Airports Near Miriam Vale

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Agnes Water private AirportSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Monduran AirportSmall Airport
Monto AirportMNQSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
private airfield agnes watersSmall Airport
private airstrip agnes watersSmall Airport
private runway agnes watersSmall Airport
Rodds Bay AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Miriam Vale

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Miriam Vale Post Office

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 Miriam Vale

What is the population of Miriam Vale?

Miriam Vale has a population of 506 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Miriam Vale expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,536, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,800 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $549 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Miriam Vale?

Miriam Vale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.

How is the job market in Miriam Vale?

The unemployment rate in Miriam Vale is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $376. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Miriam Vale?

The median home value in Miriam Vale is $109,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $549. The homeownership rate is 79.6%.

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