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Point Vernon, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Point Vernon is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,693. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
5,693 Population 20/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$18,049 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$18,049 median income, 8.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $958/mo rent

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About Point Vernon

Point Vernon is a coastal suburb in the Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Point Vernon had a population of 5,718 people.

People

Population5,693
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density20/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$18,049
Per Capita$18,049
Unemployment8.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$191,600
Rent$958
Ownership74.2%
Housing Units2,277

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population5,693
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-25.2573°, 152.8173°
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$18,049
Median Age52.0 years

About Point Vernon

Point Vernon is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,693. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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.

Point Vernon has a population of 5,693 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,693
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Point Vernon vs Australia Average

The median household income in Point Vernon is $18,049, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,049 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $347, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 541 business establishments.

Income: Point Vernon vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,049
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,049
Avg Weekly Wage$347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)541

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Point Vernon is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 74.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,277 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.2%
Owner-Occupied74.2%
Renter-Occupied25.8%
Housing Units2,277

Property Tax

Climate in Point Vernon

Point Vernon 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
Point Vernon 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 16 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates-25.2573°N, 152.8173°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 M5.5 142 km
Aug 1, 2015 123 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.2 140 km
Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 142 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 145 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 4 235 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 214 km
1980 Simon Category 1 195 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

Point Vernon 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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Radio Stations near Point Vernon

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 Point Vernon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum

Libraries in Point Vernon

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

Restaurants in Point Vernon

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gatakers Landing Restaurant

Monuments in Point Vernon

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kanaka memorial
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Clinics in Point Vernon

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

QML Pathology

Airports Near Point Vernon

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila Airfield-Small Airport
Bully Yard private Airfield-Small Airport
Childers Airport-Small Airport
Cooloola Village Airpark-Small Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott Field-Small Airport
Orchid Beach AirportOKBSmall Airport
Pacific Haven Airport-Small Airport
Rainbow Beach Airport-Small Airport
Toby's Gap Airstrip-Small 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 Point Vernon

What is the population of Point Vernon?

Point Vernon has a population of 5,693 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Point Vernon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,049, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Point Vernon?

Point Vernon 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 Point Vernon?

The job market in Point Vernon faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $347. There are 541 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Point Vernon?

The median home value in Point Vernon is $191,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. The homeownership rate is 74.2%.

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