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New Mapoon, Australia

Queensland · Australia

New Mapoon is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 573. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
573 Population
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$13,588 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$13,588 median income, 23.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$70,400 home value, $352/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population573
Median Age25.0 yrs

Economy

D
Median Income$13,588
Per Capita$13,588
Unemployment23.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$70,400
Rent$352
Ownership5.0%
Housing Units229

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population573
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates-10.8671°, 142.3835°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,588
Median Age25.0 years

About New Mapoon

New Mapoon is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 573. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

New Mapoon has a population of 573. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

573
Total Population
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

New Mapoon vs Australia Average

The median household income in New Mapoon is $13,588, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,588 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $261, 82% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 23.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: New Mapoon vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$13,588
82% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$13,588
Avg Weekly Wage$261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.8%
561% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in New Mapoon is $70,400, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $352 (70% below the national average of $1,163). 5.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 229 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,400
75% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$352
70% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership5.0%
Owner-Occupied5.0%
Renter-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units229

Property Tax

New Mapoon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates-10.8671°N, 142.3835°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 16.57"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 3 282 km
2019 Trevor Category 3 248 km
2006 Monica Category 3 292 km
2005 Ingrid Category 3 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 16.6 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 15.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 15.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
May 80°F (26°C) 2.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in

New Mapoon has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 72.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.6") and September the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in New Mapoon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Injinoo Indigenous Knowledge Centre0.0
New Mapoon Indigenous Knowledge Centre0.0
Seisia Indigeneous Knowledge Centre0.0

Gas Stations in New Mapoon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Airports Near New Mapoon

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Horn Island AirportHIDMedium Airport
Badu Island AirportBDDSmall Airport
Kubin Island AirportKUGSmall Airport
Northern Peninsula AirportABMSmall Airport
OK Village AirportSmall Airport
Warraber Island AirportSYUSmall 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 Mapoon

What is the population of New Mapoon?

New Mapoon has a population of 573 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is New Mapoon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $13,588, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,400 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $352 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in New Mapoon?

New Mapoon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in New Mapoon?

The job market in New Mapoon faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $261. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in New Mapoon?

The median home value in New Mapoon is $70,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $352. The homeownership rate is 5.0%.

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