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Nerang, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Nerang is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 16,739. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
16,739 Population 28/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$23,795 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,795 median income, 5.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,098/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,739
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density28/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,795
Per Capita$23,795
Unemployment5.9%

Housing

F
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,098
Ownership66.8%
Housing Units6,696

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population16,739
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-27.9894°, 153.3363°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,795
Median Age40.0 years

About Nerang

Nerang is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 16,739. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Nerang has a population of 16,739 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 604.6 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,739
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
604.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nerang vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nerang is $23,795, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,795 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $458, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,590 business establishments.

Income: Nerang vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,795
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,795
Avg Weekly Wage$458

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,590

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nerang is $219,600, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,696 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,600
22% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.8%
Owner-Occupied66.8%
Renter-Occupied33.2%
Housing Units6,696

Property Tax

Climate in Nerang

Nerang has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1275 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.4°C / 78°F 21.8° / 28.9° 200.0
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 21.9° / 28.9° 193.8
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 20.9° / 28.3° 136.0
Apr 22.4°C / 72°F 18.4° / 26.4° 76.4
May 19.4°C / 67°F 15.1° / 23.7° 109.8
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 13.2° / 21.6° 90.3
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11.7° / 21.7° 45.7
Aug 17.3°C / 63°F 12.3° / 22.3° 43.8
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 14.7° / 24.1° 40.0
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 16.8° / 25.9° 69.9
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 19° / 27.3° 117.5
Dec 24.4°C / 76°F 20.7° / 28.1° 151.4
Nerang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area604.6 sq mi (1,566.0 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates-27.9894°N, 153.3363°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.13"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.81"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
February 76°F (25°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 75°F (24°C) 6.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in

Nerang has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.1") and September the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Nerang

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nerang State High School - - - -
Nerang State School - - - -
St. Brigid's Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nerang

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Brisbane classic rock, modern rock AAC 130 kbps
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 kbps
Bay 93.9 - MP3 128 kbps
rebel fm - AAC 64 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Vision Christian Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Nerang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gold Coast Motor Museum
Gold Coast War Museum
Gold Coast Wax Museum
Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Minjungbal Resource Museum
Mudgeeraba Light Horse Museum
Seafaring Museum
Surf World
Tweed Regional Museum

Libraries in Nerang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broadbeach Library0.0
Burleigh Heads Branch Library0.0
Burleigh Waters Branch Library0.0
Canungra Library0.0
Coolangatta Branch Library0.0
Elanora Branch Library0.0
Helensvale Branch Library0.0
Helensvale Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Library Admin & Office of Research Services0.0
Logan Village Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Multimedia Learning Centre0.0
Nerang Branch Library0.0
Palm Beach Library0.0
Robina Library0.0
Runaway Bay Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Southport Branch Library0.0
Tamborine Mountain Library0.0
Tweed Heads Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Nerang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Broadbeach Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Burleigh Heads Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Carrara Markets
Cooloongatta Art & Craft Beachfront Market
Currumbin Community Markets
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Fruit Shop
Fruit Shop
Miami Marketta
Palm Beach Farmers' Market
The 4217
The 4217
The Village Markets
The Village Markets

Hotels in Nerang

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hinterland

Restaurants in Nerang

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Freddy's Cafe
Little Malaya
My Noodle Bowl
OKI FOOD
Pizza Gemelli
Thaitanic Nerang

Cafes in Nerang

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chanoyu - Japanese Matcha Cafe
Little Kiwi Bakehouse
Stellarossa Nerang

Cinemas in Nerang

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nerang Cineplex

Veterinaries in Nerang

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Green Cross Nerang Vet

Train Stations in Nerang

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nerang

Gas Stations in Nerang

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #12273626730
AU #523107166
BP
Coles Express
Mobil
Shell

Banks in Nerang

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
BOQ
NAB

Shopping Malls in Nerang

4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Earle Plaza
My Centre Nerang
Nerang Mall Shopping Centre
Nerang Village

Breweries in Nerang

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Hops II
Black Hops II
Boxer Brewing Company
Fortitude Brewing
Hound & Stag Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Nerang

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nerang

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Gold Coast AirportOOLLarge Airport
RAAF Base Amberley-Medium Airport
Boonah Airport-Small Airport
Brisbane Archerfield Airport-Small Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Heck Field Airport-Small Airport
Kooralbyn Airport-Small Airport
Kooringal Airstrip-Small Airport
Logan Reserve Airport-Small Airport
Murwillumbah Airport-Small Airport
Nobbys Creek private Strip-Small Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tabragalba Homestead private strip-Small Airport
Tyagarah Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Nerang

40 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Australian Skin Cancer Clinics
Benowa Family Medical Centre
Brickworks Medical Clinic
Broadbeach Waters Medical Centre
Bundall Medical Centre
Chirn Park Family Practice
Chistine Cnr Medical Centre
Christine Avenue Medical Centre
Diamond Bridge Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Clinic
Eastbrooke Family Medical Centre
Evendale Practice
Gold Coast Dermatology Clinic
Gold Coast Medical Precinct - Varsity Lakes
Gold Coast Office Park
Gold Coast Skin Cancer Clinic and Surgicentre
Leading Steps Paediatric Clinic
Mana Healthcare
Medical On Miami
Mermaid Central Medical Clinic
Mermaid Plaza Medical and Cosmetics
Merridown Family Surgery
Miami Family Medical Centre
Miami Village Medical Practice
My Doctors Clinic Surfers Paradise
My Green Medical
Myhealth Medical Centre Benowa
Optimal Health Chiropractic
Optimal Health Clinic
Portia Millar
Primary Medical Centre
Robina Bulk Billing Medical Centre
Robina Family Medical
Robina Lakes Medical Centre
Robina Village Medical Centre
Southport Day Hospital
The Cardiac Center
Vitality Unleashed Psychology
Worongary Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nerang

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Friends Church
Gold Coast Baptist Church
Life Development Centre - Gold Coast Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Wat Sangharatanaram

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 Nerang

What is the population of Nerang?

Nerang has a population of 16,739 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 604.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Nerang expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,795, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,600 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nerang?

Nerang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Nerang?

The unemployment rate in Nerang is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $458. There are 1,590 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nerang?

The median home value in Nerang is $219,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098. The homeownership rate is 66.8%.

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