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Queenstown, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Queenstown is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,800. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,800 Population 4/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
107.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$17,204 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$17,204 median income, 10.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $422/mo rent

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About Queenstown

Queenstown

Queenstown is a historic mining town in the West Coast region of the island of Tasmania, Australia. It is in a valley on the western slopes of Mount Owen on the West Coast Range.

People

Population1,800
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$17,204
Per Capita$17,204
Unemployment10.7%

Housing

B+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$422
Ownership75.9%
Housing Units720

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain107.8 in/yr
Sunny Days140/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population1,800
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates-42.0805°, 145.5565°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation107.8 inches (2,737 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,204
Median Age47.0 years

About Queenstown

Queenstown is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,800. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Queenstown has a population of 1,800 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 446.4 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,800
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
446.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Queenstown vs Australia Average

The median household income in Queenstown is $17,204, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,204 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $331, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 171 business establishments.

Income: Queenstown vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,204
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,204
Avg Weekly Wage$331

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)171

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Queenstown is $84,400, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $422 (64% below the national average of $1,163). 75.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 720 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$422
64% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.9%
Owner-Occupied75.9%
Renter-Occupied24.1%
Housing Units720

Property Tax

Queenstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below Australia avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days140 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area446.4 sq mi (1,156.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-42.0805°N, 145.5565°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.8"
184% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.42"
Driest Month (Feb) 4.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 86 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 6.5 in
February 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 55°F (13°C) 6.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 9.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 10.8 in
June 44°F (7°C) 9.5 in
July 43°F (6°C) 11.4 in Coldest
August 44°F (7°C) 11.4 in Wettest
September 46°F (8°C) 11.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 10.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 8.2 in
December 55°F (13°C) 8.1 in

Queenstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 43°F in July to 58°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 107.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.4") and February the driest (4.8").

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Schools in Queenstown

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Josephs Catholic School
Mountain Heights School
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Radio Stations near Queenstown

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Queenstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Queenstown Galley Museum
West Coast Heritage Centre

Libraries in Queenstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Queenstown Library0.0
Strahan Library0.0
Zeehan Library0.0

Hotels in Queenstown

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Empire Hotel
Railway Hotel

Cafes in Queenstown

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orangepete’s

Theatres in Queenstown

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Paragon Theatre

Train Stations in Queenstown

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dubbill Barrill
Hall's Creek
Lynchford
Queenstown
Rinadeena

Gas Stations in Queenstown

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dilgers Central Garage

Banks in Queenstown

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Queenstown

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf Club

Airports Near Queenstown

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportUEESmall Airport
Strahan AirportSRNSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport
Zeehan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Queenstown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Queenstown Post Office

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 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 Queenstown

What is the population of Queenstown?

Queenstown has a population of 1,800 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 446.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Queenstown expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,204, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,400 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $422 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Queenstown?

Queenstown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.8 inches.

How is the job market in Queenstown?

The job market in Queenstown faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $331. There are 171 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Queenstown?

The median home value in Queenstown is $84,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $422. The homeownership rate is 75.9%.

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