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Mitchell, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Mitchell is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,178. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,178 Population
1,115 ft Elevation 340 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,584 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,584 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $479/mo rent

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About Mitchell

Mitchell

Mitchell is a rural town and locality in the Maranoa Region, Queensland, Australia. The town services the local area, a cattle and sheep farming district. In the 2021 census, the locality of Mitchell had a population of 995 people.

People

Population1,178
Median Age45.0 yrs

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,584
Per Capita$20,584
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$95,800
Rent$479
Ownership70.7%
Housing Units471

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Population1,178
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates-26.4849°, 147.9742°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (564 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,584
Median Age45.0 years

About Mitchell

Mitchell is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,178. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet (340 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Mitchell has a population of 1,178. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,178
Total Population
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mitchell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mitchell is $20,584, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,584 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $396, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 112 business establishments.

Income: Mitchell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,584
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,584
Avg Weekly Wage$396

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mitchell is $95,800, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $479 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 471 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,800
66% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$479
59% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units471

Property Tax

Climate in Mitchell

Mitchell has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 541 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 20.8° / 34.8° 71.2
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 19.9° / 33.7° 90.6
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 17.4° / 32.1° 47.1
Apr 20.4°C / 69°F 12.1° / 28.6° 25.7
May 15.8°C / 60°F 7.5° / 24.2° 23.9
Jun 12.7°C / 55°F 4.7° / 20.7° 29.3
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 3° / 20.6° 19.6
Aug 13.5°C / 56°F 3.8° / 23.2° 21.2
Sep 17.8°C / 64°F 8.3° / 27.3° 24.8
Oct 21.5°C / 71°F 12.8° / 30.2° 49.4
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 16.5° / 32.5° 56.7
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 19° / 34.1° 81.6
Mitchell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 53°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average53°F (11°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates-26.4849°N, 147.9742°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.31"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 28, 1991.

Sep 28, 1991 97 km WNW of St George, Australia M4.0 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (26°C) 2.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
July 53°F (11°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in

Mitchell has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 53°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.3") and August the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Mitchell

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Patrick's Primary School
Mitchell State School
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Radio Stations near Mitchell

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mitchell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Booringa Heritage Museum

Libraries in Mitchell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mitchell Library0.0

Hotels in Mitchell

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Richards
Western Hotel

Restaurants in Mitchell

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Restaurant

Cafes in Mitchell

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ALTFusion
Bridge Service Station
Java Cafe - Great Artesian Spa
Mitchell Bakery - Johnny's Place

Monuments in Mitchell

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kenniff Monument

Veterinaries in Mitchell

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell Veterinary Surgery

Train Stations in Mitchell

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell

Gas Stations in Mitchell

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Bridge Service Station
Mitchell Auto Care

Golf Courses in Mitchell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mitchell Golf Course

Airports Near Mitchell

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
FORESTVALE AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Injune AirportINJSmall Airport
Mitchell AirportMTQSmall Airport
Redford AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mitchell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mitchell LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mitchell

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
St Columba's Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Mitchell

What is the population of Mitchell?

Mitchell has a population of 1,178 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mitchell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,584, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,800 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $479 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mitchell?

Mitchell enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.

How is the job market in Mitchell?

The unemployment rate in Mitchell is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $396. There are 112 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mitchell?

The median home value in Mitchell is $95,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $479. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.

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