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Moreton Island, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Moreton Island is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 588. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
588 Population 0/sq mi density
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
60.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$33,327 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,327 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$118,400 home value, $592/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population588
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,327
Per Capita$33,327
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,400
Rent$592
Ownership23.8%
Housing Units235

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Population588
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates-27.2198°, 153.3884°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation60.0 inches (1,525 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,327
Median Age30.0 years

About Moreton Island

Moreton Island is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Moreton Island has a population of 588 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

588
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below Australia avg
3,684.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Moreton Island vs Australia Average

The median household income in Moreton Island is $33,327, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,327 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $641, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Moreton Island vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$33,327
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,327
Avg Weekly Wage$641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Moreton Island is $118,400, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 23.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 235 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,400
58% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership23.8%
Owner-Occupied23.8%
Renter-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units235

Property Tax

Climate in Moreton Island

Moreton Island has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.8°C), the coldest is Jul (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1074 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 29.2° 157.9
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 22.1° / 29° 144.8
Mar 24.4°C / 76°F 20.8° / 27.9° 135.5
Apr 21.9°C / 71°F 17.8° / 26° 77.4
May 19°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23.5° 45.4
Jun 16.8°C / 62°F 12.5° / 21.1° 95.5
Jul 15.8°C / 60°F 11° / 20.7° 32.4
Aug 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 22.5
Sep 19.2°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24° 31.3
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 17.1° / 25.7° 118.5
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 19.6° / 27.1° 99.7
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 21.1° / 28.4° 113.2
Moreton Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area3,684.9 sq mi (9,543.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-27.2198°N, 153.3884°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.0"
58% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 7.17"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.69"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 6.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 6.9 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.2 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in Coldest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Driest
October 67°F (20°C) 4.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.5 in

Moreton Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 59°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.2") and September the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Moreton Island

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Brisbane classic rock, modern rock AAC 130 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
B105 105.3 Brisbane adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
ABC Triple J Queensland 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 238 kbps
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 kbps
4RPH Reading Radio reading, spoken word AAC 40 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
B105 105.3MHz FM Brisbane QLD Hits from Then to Now - 20230614 adult contemporary, hot adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
4zzz brisbane, independent MP3 128 kbps
ABC 612kHz AM Brisbane QLD Queensland Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR1) MP3 256 kbps
Vision Christian Radio MP3 128 kbps
Stereo 10 Brisbane 80s, classic hits AAC+ 96 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
SENQ sport, sports AAC 65 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR2) MP3 256 kbps
The Engineered Network education, news MP3

Museums in Moreton Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Lytton Museum
Seaside Museum
Visitor Information Centre

Libraries in Moreton Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amity Point Library0.0
Bribie Island Library0.0
Point Lookout Library0.0
St Eugene de Mazenod Resource Centre0.0
Wynnum Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Moreton Island

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Airports Near Moreton Island

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Caboolture AirportSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Donnybrook AirstripSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Hazelton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Heck Field AirportSmall Airport
Kooringal AirstripSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
mount archerSmall Airport
Redcliffe AirportSmall Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tangalooma AirportTANSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Moreton Island

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Casuarina Lodge

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UFO Sightings
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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 Moreton Island

What is the population of Moreton Island?

Moreton Island has a population of 588 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Moreton Island expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,327, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,400 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Moreton Island?

Moreton Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches.

How is the job market in Moreton Island?

The job market in Moreton Island is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $641. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Moreton Island?

The median home value in Moreton Island is $118,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $592. The homeownership rate is 23.8%.

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