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Mount Louisa, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Mount Louisa is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 8,604. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
8,604 Population 29/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
54.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$31,941 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,941 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,604
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density29/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$31,941
Per Capita$31,941
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership66.1%
Housing Units3,442

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population8,604
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-19.2740°, 146.7509°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation54.6 inches (1,386 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,941
Median Age34.0 years

About Mount Louisa

Mount Louisa is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 8,604. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Mount Louisa has a population of 8,604 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,604
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
300.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mount Louisa vs Australia Average

The median household income in Mount Louisa is $31,941, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,941 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $614, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 817 business establishments.

Income: Mount Louisa vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,941
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,941
Avg Weekly Wage$614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)817

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Louisa is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 66.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,442 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.1%
Owner-Occupied66.1%
Renter-Occupied33.9%
Housing Units3,442

Property Tax

Climate in Mount Louisa

Mount Louisa has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.3°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1080 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.3°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.9° 254.3
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.7° 325.7
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 23.5° / 31.3° 149.9
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 21.1° / 30.2° 53.9
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18° / 28.2° 25.9
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 15.3° / 26.2° 16.6
Jul 19.8°C / 68°F 14° / 25.7° 13.6
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.5° 19.9
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 17.9° / 28.4° 9.7
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.8° 24.1
Nov 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 31° 60.5
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 24.5° / 31.9° 125.6
Mount Louisa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 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 54.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area300.7 sq mi (778.7 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-19.2740°N, 146.7509°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.6"
44% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 12.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 1, 2025.

Apr 16, 2011 Queensland, Australia M5.0 139 km
Aug 11, 2003 65 km ENE of Palm Island, Australia M4.8 101 km
Sep 17, 2011 44 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.3 138 km
Mar 1, 2025 0 km SE of Kelso, Australia M4.1 14 km
Apr 16, 2011 45 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.0 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 196 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 168 km
2010 Ului Category 1 197 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 265 km
2006 Larry Category 4 197 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 146 km
1991 Joy Category 2 258 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 75 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 10.4 in
February 82°F (28°C) 13.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
April 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 6.2 in

Mount Louisa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 65°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.0") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Mount Louisa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Calvary Christian College
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Radio Stations near Mount Louisa

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple-M 102.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Rock Sports and Comedy 20220701 classic rock, comedy AAC 130 kbps
hit 103.1MHz FM Townsville QLD hitNETWORK Hits and Old Skool 20220701 local radio, news AAC 130 kbps
Big Hits Radio QLD Townsville North Queensland 20220701 ballad, classic rock MP3 320 kbps
Power100 100.7MHz FM Townsville QLD First in Local News and Music 20220701 classic rock, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 106.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Todays Best Music 20220701 classic rock, contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
4K1G 107.1FM TATSICM Indigenous Community Radio Townsville classic rock, comedy MP3 128 kbps
ABC Local Radio 630 North Queensland 20230609 local, news AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Mount Louisa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of North Queensland
History and Craft Centre
Museum of Tropical Queensland
RAAF Townsville Aviation Heritage Centre
The Maritime Museum of Townsville
Townsville Museum

Libraries in Mount Louisa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Citylibraries Aitkenvale0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mount Louisa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Willows Rotary Markets

Cafes in Mount Louisa

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Long Shot Coffee Co
Remi Coffee Co.
The Coffee Club

Gas Stations in Mount Louisa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United

Gyms in Mount Louisa

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Strand Fitness Central

Breweries in Mount Louisa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tiny Mountain Brewery
Tiny Mountain Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Mount Louisa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mount Louisa

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base TownsvilleTSVMedium Airport
Ace Aerodrome Starke FieldSmall Airport
Ayr AirportAYRSmall Airport
Bening Field AirportSmall Airport
Bluewater park AirstripSmall Airport
Donnington AirparkSmall Airport
Hillsborough AirstripSmall Airport
Home Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Ingham AirportIGHSmall Airport
Lavarack (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Macrossan AirportSmall Airport
Palm Island AirportPMKSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Mount Louisa

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eastbrooke Family Clinic Townsville

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mount Louisa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Calvary Church
Praise Chapel

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 Mount Louisa

What is the population of Mount Louisa?

Mount Louisa has a population of 8,604 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mount Louisa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,941, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mount Louisa?

Mount Louisa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches.

How is the job market in Mount Louisa?

Mount Louisa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $614. There are 817 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mount Louisa?

The median home value in Mount Louisa is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 66.1%.

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