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Ooralea, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Ooralea is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,170. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,170 Population 11/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$33,665 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,665 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$247,800 home value, $1,239/mo rent

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About Ooralea

Ooralea is a southern suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Ooralea had a population of 3,691 people.

People

Population3,170
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,665
Per Capita$33,665
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$247,800
Rent$1,239
Ownership73.6%
Housing Units1,268

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population3,170
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-21.1739°, 149.1480°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,665
Median Age35.0 years

About Ooralea

Ooralea is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,170. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Ooralea has a population of 3,170 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,170
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ooralea vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ooralea is $33,665, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,665 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $647, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 301 business establishments.

Income: Ooralea vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,665
55% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,665
Avg Weekly Wage$647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)301

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ooralea is $247,800, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 73.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,268 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,800
12% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.6%
Owner-Occupied73.6%
Renter-Occupied26.4%
Housing Units1,268

Property Tax

Climate in Ooralea

Ooralea has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
Ooralea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-21.1739°N, 149.1480°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 13.39"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Apr 12, 2002.

Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 109 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 140 km
2010 Ului Category 1 108 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 192 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 174 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 248 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 171 km
1980 Simon Category 3 208 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 10.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 13.4 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 9.8 in
April 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
November 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest

Ooralea has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 61.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.4") and September the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Ooralea

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Ooralea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Sarina Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ooralea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Restaurants in Ooralea

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Cafes in Ooralea

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

5- Uneek Industries (Refectory)
Foodary
Millhouse Munchies

Train Stations in Ooralea

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mackay

Gas Stations in Ooralea

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Ampol
Ampol
AU #1736092615
AU #1908348575
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BP Truckstop City Gates
Caltex Racecourse
Shell

Airports Near Ooralea

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Tierawoomba Homestead AirportSmall Airport
Turtle Park 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 Ooralea

What is the population of Ooralea?

Ooralea has a population of 3,170 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ooralea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,665, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $247,800 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ooralea?

Ooralea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ooralea?

The job market in Ooralea is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $647. There are 301 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ooralea?

The median home value in Ooralea is $247,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 73.6%.

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