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Pormpuraaw, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Pormpuraaw is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 783. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
783 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
49.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$11,864 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$11,864 median income, 43.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$67,600 home value, $338/mo rent

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People

Population783
Median Age34.0 yrs

Economy

D
Median Income$11,864
Per Capita$11,864
Unemployment43.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$67,600
Rent$338
Ownership6.8%
Housing Units313

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population783
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-14.8988°, 141.6212°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$11,864
Median Age34.0 years

About Pormpuraaw

Pormpuraaw is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 783. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Pormpuraaw has a population of 783. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

783
Total Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pormpuraaw vs Australia Average

The median household income in Pormpuraaw is $11,864, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $11,864 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $228, 84% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 43.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Pormpuraaw vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$11,864
84% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$11,864
Avg Weekly Wage$228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment43.8%
1117% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pormpuraaw is $67,600, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $338 (71% below the national average of $1,163). 6.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 313 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$338
71% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership6.8%
Owner-Occupied6.8%
Renter-Occupied93.2%
Housing Units313

Property Tax

Pormpuraaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above Australia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-14.8988°N, 141.6212°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.8"
31% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 14.13"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Narelle (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Narelle Category 4 168 km
2019 Trevor Category 3 135 km
2019 Owen Category 1 120 km
2018 Nora Category 3 2 km
2015 Nathan Category 1 179 km
2006 Monica Category 4 152 km
2005 Ingrid Category 3 172 km
1996 Barry Category 1 149 km
1982 Dominic Category 1 29 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 13.0 in
February 82°F (28°C) 14.1 in Wettest
March 82°F (28°C) 10.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
November 85°F (29°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 85°F (29°C) 6.5 in

Pormpuraaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in July to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (14.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Pormpuraaw

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pormpuraaw State School
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Libraries in Pormpuraaw

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Pormpuraaw Indigenous Knowledge Centre0.0

Airports Near Pormpuraaw

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kowanyama AirportKWMMedium Airport
Pormpuraaw AirportEDRSmall Airport
Rutland Plains AirportRTPSmall Airport
Rutland Plains Station AirportSmall Airport
Southwell AirportSmall 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 Pormpuraaw

What is the population of Pormpuraaw?

Pormpuraaw has a population of 783 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pormpuraaw expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,864, 84% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $67,600 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $338 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pormpuraaw?

Pormpuraaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.

How is the job market in Pormpuraaw?

The job market in Pormpuraaw faces challenges, with unemployment at 43.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $228. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pormpuraaw?

The median home value in Pormpuraaw is $67,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $338. The homeownership rate is 6.8%.

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