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Nikenbah, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Nikenbah is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 644. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
644 Population 2/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$25,012 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$25,012 median income, 5.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,098/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population644
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,012
Per Capita$25,012
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,098
Ownership76.4%
Housing Units258

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population644
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-25.3194°, 152.8041°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,012
Median Age39.0 years

About Nikenbah

Nikenbah is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 644. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Nikenbah has a population of 644 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

644
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nikenbah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nikenbah is $25,012, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,012 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $481, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Nikenbah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,012
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,012
Avg Weekly Wage$481

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nikenbah is $219,600, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 76.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 258 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, 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

Homeownership76.4%
Owner-Occupied76.4%
Renter-Occupied23.6%
Housing Units258

Property Tax

Climate in Nikenbah

Nikenbah has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.3°C / 79°F 22.2° / 30.4° 140.0
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 22.1° / 30.2° 132.4
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.8° / 29.1° 145.5
Apr 22.5°C / 73°F 17.9° / 27.2° 65.4
May 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.4° 85.6
Jun 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 79.5
Jul 16°C / 61°F 10.1° / 21.9° 40.1
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.9° 61.9
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.9° 36.9
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 17° / 26.6° 88.0
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 19.1° / 28.2° 60.9
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.5° 120.8
Nikenbah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-25.3194°N, 152.8041°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jul 29, 2015 128 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.5 143 km
Aug 1, 2015 123 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.2 141 km
Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 135 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 238 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 220 km
1980 Simon Category 1 202 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in
February 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 5.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Nikenbah has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in June to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Nikenbah

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Carinity Education
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Radio Stations near Nikenbah

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Nikenbah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burrum and District Museum
Doll Museum
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Maryborough Bond Store Museum
Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum
The Story Book
Whistle Stop Rail Museum
Wide Bay Hospitals Museum

Libraries in Nikenbah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burrum Heads Library0.0
Hervey Bay Library0.0
Howard Library0.0
Mayborough Library0.0
Woodgate Beach Library0.0

Airports Near Nikenbah

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Orchid Beach AirportOKBSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nikenbah

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hervey Bay Baptist Church

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 Nikenbah

What is the population of Nikenbah?

Nikenbah has a population of 644 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Nikenbah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,012, 67% 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 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nikenbah?

Nikenbah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Nikenbah?

The unemployment rate in Nikenbah is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $481. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nikenbah?

The median home value in Nikenbah is $219,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098. The homeownership rate is 76.4%.

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