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Placid Hills, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Placid Hills is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 799. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 799 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.5613°, 152.2325° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,080 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Placid Hills
Placid Hills is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 799. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Placid Hills vs Australia Average
Income: Placid Hills vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,080 |
| 67% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,080 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $482 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 76 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 93.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 93.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 6.5% |
| Housing Units | 320 |
Property Tax
Climate in Placid Hills
Placid Hills has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (26°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 940.7 sq mi (2,436.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.5613°N, 152.2325°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in |
Placid Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 54°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.0").
Schools in Placid Hills
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tent Hill Lower State School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Placid Hills
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Das Neumann Haus | ||||
| Laidley Pioneer Village and Museum | ||||
| Murphy's Creek Railway Museum | ||||
| Queensland Transport Museum |
Libraries in Placid Hills
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J K Murray Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laidley Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Placid Hills
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarlah Markets |
Airports Near Placid Hills
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport | WTB | Large Airport |
| Oakey Army Aviation Centre | OKY | Medium Airport |
| RAAF Base Amberley | — | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Argyle Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blenheim Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boonah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cambooya Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clifton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Coominya | — | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ellinthorp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Greenmount ALA | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kooralbyn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| McCaffrey Field | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Walker airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pittsworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Warwick Airport | WAZ | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Placid Hills?
Placid Hills has a population of 799 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 940.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Placid Hills expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,080, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Placid Hills?
Placid Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.
How is the job market in Placid Hills?
Placid Hills has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $482. There are 76 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Placid Hills?
The median home value in Placid Hills is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 93.5%.