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Nanum, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Nanum is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,123. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,123 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$50,024 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,024 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$298,600 home value, $1,493/mo rent

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About Nanum

Nanum

Nanum is a coastal residential locality in Weipa Town, Far North Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Nanum had a population of 904 people.

People

Population1,123
Median Age29.0 yrs

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,024
Per Capita$50,024
Unemployment1.3%

Housing

B
Home Value$298,600
Rent$1,493
Ownership32.3%
Housing Units449

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population1,123
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-12.6451°, 141.8622°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,657 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,024
Median Age29.0 years

About Nanum

Nanum is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,123. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Nanum has a population of 1,123. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,123
Total Population
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nanum vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nanum is $50,024, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,024 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $962, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments.

Income: Nanum vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$50,024
33% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$50,024
Avg Weekly Wage$962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nanum is $298,600, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,493 (28% above the national average of $1,163). 32.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 449 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,600
6% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,493
28% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership32.3%
Owner-Occupied32.3%
Renter-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units449

Property Tax

Climate in Nanum

Nanum has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1957 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.2°C / 83°F 24.3° / 32° 492.8
Feb 27.8°C / 82°F 24.2° / 31.5° 531.9
Mar 27.8°C / 82°F 23.9° / 31.8° 411.5
Apr 27.6°C / 82°F 22.9° / 32.3° 97.2
May 26.6°C / 80°F 21.4° / 31.9° 21.0
Jun 25.6°C / 78°F 20° / 31.1° 3.5
Jul 25°C / 77°F 18.9° / 31° 1.5
Aug 25.5°C / 78°F 18.8° / 32.2° 4.8
Sep 27.2°C / 81°F 19.9° / 34.4° 1.8
Oct 28.8°C / 84°F 21.8° / 35.7° 22.0
Nov 29.6°C / 85°F 23.5° / 35.8° 94.2
Dec 29.2°C / 85°F 24.3° / 34° 274.7
Nanum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Australia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-12.6451°N, 141.8622°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
72% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 17.05"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 85 km
2019 Trevor Category 3 62 km
2018 Nora Category 3 133 km
2015 Nathan Category 2 243 km
2006 Monica Category 4 127 km
2005 Ingrid Category 3 85 km
1982 Dominic Category 1 219 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 16.3 in
February 80°F (27°C) 17.1 in Wettest
March 80°F (27°C) 13.1 in
April 80°F (26°C) 3.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
December 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in

Nanum has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (17.1") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Nanum

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Nanum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hibberd Library0.0

Restaurants in Nanum

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barramunchies

Cafes in Nanum

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Zest Coffee

Shopping Malls in Nanum

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heritage Shopping Mall

Airports Near Nanum

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Weipa AirportWEIMedium Airport
Agnew AirportAGWSmall Airport
Aurukun AirportAUUSmall Airport
Beagle Bay AirportSmall Airport
Mapoon AirstripSmall Airport
Merluna AirportMLVSmall Airport
RAAF Base SchergerSmall Airport
Sudley AirportSmall Airport
Watson River AirportSmall Airport
WENLOCK AIRSTRIPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nanum

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

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 Nanum

What is the population of Nanum?

Nanum has a population of 1,123 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nanum expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,024, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,600 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,493 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nanum?

Nanum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.

How is the job market in Nanum?

The job market in Nanum is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $962. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nanum?

The median home value in Nanum is $298,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,493. The homeownership rate is 32.3%.

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