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Parkside, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Parkside is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,503. Elevation: 1,171 ft (357 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,503 Population 5/sq mi density
1,171 ft Elevation 357 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
28.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$41,033 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,033 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About Parkside

Parkside is a suburb of the town of Mount Isa in the City of Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Parkside had a population of 1,530 people.

People

Population1,503
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$41,033
Per Capita$41,033
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

A
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership50.1%
Housing Units601

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Population1,503
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Coordinates-20.7377°, 139.4887°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,033
Median Age31.0 years

About Parkside

Parkside is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,503. The city sits at an elevation of 1,171 feet (357 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Parkside has a population of 1,503 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,503
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below Australia avg
297.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Parkside vs Australia Average

The median household income in Parkside is $41,033, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,033. The average weekly wage is $789, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 143 business establishments.

Income: Parkside vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$41,033
45% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$41,033
Avg Weekly Wage$789

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)143

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Parkside is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 50.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 601 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership50.1%
Owner-Occupied50.1%
Renter-Occupied49.9%
Housing Units601

Property Tax

Climate in Parkside

Parkside has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Dec (30.4°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 488 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30°C / 86°F 23.6° / 36.5° 126.6
Feb 29.4°C / 85°F 23° / 35.8° 111.9
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 21.9° / 34.7° 66.5
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 18.5° / 32.6° 10.9
May 20.8°C / 69°F 13.4° / 28.2° 7.3
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 10.1° / 25.4° 8.8
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 8.8° / 25.5° 2.9
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 9.8° / 27.8° 2.5
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 14.1° / 32.3° 4.8
Oct 27°C / 81°F 18.5° / 35.4° 15.9
Nov 29.2°C / 85°F 21.3° / 37° 45.9
Dec 30.4°C / 87°F 23.2° / 37.6° 84.1
Parkside has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,171 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Area297.9 sq mi (771.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-20.7377°N, 139.4887°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 85°F (29°C) 3.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.9 in
November 84°F (29°C) 1.6 in
December 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in Warmest

Parkside has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in June to 86°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Parkside

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Spinifex State College Junior Campus
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Radio Stations near Parkside

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC 106.5MHz FM Mount Isa QLD Northwest Queensland Local Radio contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps

Libraries in Parkside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Isa City Library0.0

Train Stations in Parkside

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mount Isa

Airports Near Parkside

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Isa AirportISAMedium Airport
Bushy Park AirportSmall Airport
Calton Hills AirportSmall Airport
Devoncourt AirportSmall Airport
Duchess airstripSmall Airport
Kajabbi AirportSmall Airport
May Downs StationSmall 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 Parkside

What is the population of Parkside?

Parkside has a population of 1,503 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Parkside expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,033, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Parkside?

Parkside has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.

How is the job market in Parkside?

Parkside has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $789. There are 143 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Parkside?

The median home value in Parkside is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 50.1%.

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