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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
588 Population
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
60.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population588
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population588
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 Age37.5 years

Is Moreton Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moreton Island receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Moreton Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moreton Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Moreton Island has a population of 588. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

588
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Moreton Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moreton Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moreton Island is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Moreton Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Moreton Island, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Moreton Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates-27.2198°N, 153.3884°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

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").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Moreton Island expensive to live in?

Moreton Island is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Moreton Island?

Moreton Island has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Moreton Island?

35.0% of adults in Moreton Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Moreton Island?

The obesity rate in Moreton Island is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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