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New Auckland, Australia

Queensland · Australia

New Auckland is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,986. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,986 Population 17/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
29.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$29,068 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$29,068 median income, 6.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About New Auckland

New Auckland is an urban locality in Gladstone in the Gladstone Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, New Auckland had a population of 5,266 people.

People

Population4,986
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density17/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,068
Per Capita$29,068
Unemployment6.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership60.1%
Housing Units1,994

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population4,986
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-23.8836°, 151.2356°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation29.9 inches (759 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,068
Median Age33.0 years

About New Auckland

New Auckland is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,986. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

New Auckland has a population of 4,986 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,986
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
291.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

New Auckland vs Australia Average

The median household income in New Auckland is $29,068, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,068 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $559, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 474 business establishments.

Income: New Auckland vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,068
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,068
Avg Weekly Wage$559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)474

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in New Auckland is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,994 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership60.1%
Owner-Occupied60.1%
Renter-Occupied39.9%
Housing Units1,994

Property Tax

Climate in New Auckland

New Auckland has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jan (27°C), the coldest is Jul (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 833 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 30.9° 111.7
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 30.9° 188.7
Mar 26°C / 79°F 21.9° / 30° 124.8
Apr 23.8°C / 75°F 19.2° / 28.4° 39.6
May 20.6°C / 69°F 15.5° / 25.8° 25.4
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 13.6° / 23.6° 40.6
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 12.1° / 23.2° 28.6
Aug 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.2° 33.7
Sep 20.9°C / 70°F 15.5° / 26.3° 26.1
Oct 23.1°C / 74°F 18.5° / 27.7° 51.9
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 20.5° / 29.1° 54.5
Dec 26.3°C / 79°F 22.3° / 30.3° 107.0
New Auckland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 29.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area291.3 sq mi (754.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-23.8836°N, 151.2356°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.9"
21% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Feb 15, 2015.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 149 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 57 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 237 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 184 km
1980 Simon Category 3 113 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Warmest
March 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in

New Auckland has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 59°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (1.3").

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Museums in New Auckland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Maritime Museum
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum
H.M.A.S. Glastone
Model Train Club and Railway Museum

Libraries in New Auckland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boyne Island Library0.0
Calliope Library0.0
Gladstone Regional Council Library0.0

Airports Near New Auckland

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Thangool AirportTHGMedium Airport
Agnes Water private AirportSmall Airport
Biloela AirportZBLSmall Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Great Keppel Is AirportGKLSmall Airport
Hedlow AirportSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
private airfield agnes watersSmall Airport
private airstrip agnes watersSmall Airport
private runway agnes watersSmall Airport
Rodds Bay AirstripSmall Airport

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 New Auckland

What is the population of New Auckland?

New Auckland has a population of 4,986 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 291.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is New Auckland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,068, 61% 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 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in New Auckland?

New Auckland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches.

How is the job market in New Auckland?

The unemployment rate in New Auckland is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $559. There are 474 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in New Auckland?

The median home value in New Auckland is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 60.1%.

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