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Pacific Heights, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Pacific Heights is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 892. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
892 Population 3/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$28,967 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,967 median income, 2.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$250,600 home value, $1,253/mo rent

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People

Population892
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,967
Per Capita$28,967
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$250,600
Rent$1,253
Ownership88.6%
Housing Units357

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population892
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates-23.0981°, 150.7386°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,967
Median Age45.0 years

About Pacific Heights

Pacific Heights is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 892. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Pacific Heights has a population of 892 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

892
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pacific Heights vs Australia Average

The median household income in Pacific Heights is $28,967, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,967 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $557, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 85 business establishments.

Income: Pacific Heights vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,967
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,967
Avg Weekly Wage$557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pacific Heights is $250,600, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,253 (8% above the national average of $1,163). 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 357 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,600
11% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,253
8% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units357

Property Tax

Climate in Pacific Heights

Pacific Heights has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.5° 123.6
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29.4° 221.5
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 22.5° / 28.4° 196.1
Apr 23.3°C / 74°F 19.9° / 26.7° 67.3
May 20°C / 68°F 16° / 24.1° 62.4
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 13.7° / 22° 52.9
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11.9° / 21.5° 32.2
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.3° 31.3
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 16.1° / 24.3° 41.0
Oct 22.6°C / 73°F 19.1° / 26.2° 48.2
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 21.7° / 27.6° 70.4
Dec 26°C / 79°F 23.1° / 28.8° 109.7
Pacific Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 36.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-23.0981°N, 150.7386°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.85"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Nov 2, 1998.

Nov 2, 1998 138 km NE of Cooee Bay, Australia M4.3 138 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 33 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 218 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 89 km
1980 Simon Category 3 58 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in Driest
October 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in

Pacific Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 62°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and September the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Pacific Heights

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
hit 4ROK 107.9MHz FM Rockhampton Central Queensland classic hits, local radio AAC 130 kbps
ABC 837kHz AM Rockhampton QLD Central Queensland Local Radio 20231009 community, local radio AAC 94 kbps
4RO 990 AM Rockhampton music, news AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Pacific Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rockhampton Heritage Village
Shell World

Libraries in Pacific Heights

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Building 100.0
Emu Park Library0.0
Presentation Learning & Information Centre (K Block)0.0
Yeppoon Library0.0

Airports Near Pacific Heights

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rockhampton AirportROKMedium Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Great Keppel Is AirportGKLSmall Airport
Hedlow AirportSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
Samuel Hill Airfield ( Danger Zone RAAF Shoal water bay)Small Airport
The Glen AirfieldSmall Airport
The Plains Airfield Shoal water bay RAAFSmall Airport
Williamson AirportSmall Airport
Yeppoon AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pacific Heights

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Binbi Yadubay

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 Pacific Heights

What is the population of Pacific Heights?

Pacific Heights has a population of 892 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pacific Heights expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,967, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,600 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,253 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pacific Heights?

Pacific Heights 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 62°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.

How is the job market in Pacific Heights?

The job market in Pacific Heights is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $557. There are 85 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pacific Heights?

The median home value in Pacific Heights is $250,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,253. The homeownership rate is 88.6%.

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