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Nelly Bay, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Nelly Bay is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,661. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Nelly Bay
Nelly Bay is a town on Magnetic Island and a suburb of the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. A tourism hub on the island, it is especially significant as the site of the ferry terminal, which links it to Townsville. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Nelly Bay had a population of 1,213 people.
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| Population | 1,661 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.1578°, 146.8498° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.2 inches (1,250 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,429 |
| Median Age | 56.0 years |
About Nelly Bay
Nelly Bay is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,661. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nelly Bay vs Australia Average
Income: Nelly Bay vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,429 |
| 71% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,429 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $412 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 158 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $169,000 |
| 40% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $845 |
| 27% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.3% |
| Housing Units | 664 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nelly Bay
Nelly Bay 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 300.7 sq mi (778.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.1578°N, 146.8498°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in |
Nelly Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 67°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (11.6") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Nelly Bay
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Island State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nelly Bay
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 Nelly Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 Nelly Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citylibraries Aitkenvale | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Flinders Street | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Flinders Street | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Riverway | 0.0 | |||||
| Citylibraries Riverway | 0.0 | |||||
| Eddie Koiki Mabo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eddie Koiki Mabo Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nelly Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Rotary Markets |
Hotels in Nelly Bay
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nelly Bay
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nelly Bay
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nelly Bay
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nelly Bay
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nelly Bay
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nelly Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nelly Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny Mountain Brewery | ||||
| Tiny Mountain Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Nelly Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nelly Bay
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville | TSV | Medium Airport |
| Ace Aerodrome Starke Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ayr Airport | AYR | Small Airport |
| Bening Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bluewater park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Donnington Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Home Hill Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ingham Airport | IGH | Small Airport |
| Lavarack (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palm Island Airport | PMK | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Nelly Bay
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Eastbrooke Family Clinic Townsville |
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What is the population of Nelly Bay?
Nelly Bay has a population of 1,661 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nelly Bay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,429, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Nelly Bay?
Nelly Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.
How is the job market in Nelly Bay?
Nelly Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $412. There are 158 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nelly Bay?
The median home value in Nelly Bay is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.