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Quilpie, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Quilpie is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 645. Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
645 Population
663 ft Elevation 202 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$29,609 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,609 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,800 home value, $394/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population645
Median Age39.0 yrs

Economy

B
Median Income$29,609
Per Capita$29,609
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,800
Rent$394
Ownership62.8%
Housing Units258

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Population645
Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates-26.6135°, 144.2695°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (372 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,609
Median Age39.0 years

About Quilpie

Quilpie is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 645. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet (202 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 87°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Quilpie has a population of 645. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

645
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Quilpie vs Australia Average

The median household income in Quilpie is $29,609, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,609 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $569, 60% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Quilpie vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,609
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,609
Avg Weekly Wage$569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Quilpie is $78,800, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $394 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 258 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,800
72% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$394
66% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.8%
Owner-Occupied62.8%
Renter-Occupied37.2%
Housing Units258

Property Tax

Climate in Quilpie

Quilpie has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jan (30.8°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 367 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30.8°C / 87°F 24.1° / 37.4° 56.8
Feb 29.6°C / 85°F 23.4° / 35.7° 55.8
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 20.7° / 33.8° 45.0
Apr 23°C / 73°F 15.9° / 30° 18.6
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11° / 24.7° 20.8
Jun 14.2°C / 58°F 7.5° / 20.9° 20.1
Jul 13.4°C / 56°F 6.2° / 20.6° 17.5
Aug 16°C / 61°F 8.2° / 23.8° 13.2
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 12.5° / 28° 13.5
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 16.6° / 31.7° 23.3
Nov 27°C / 81°F 20.1° / 34° 47.3
Dec 29.3°C / 85°F 22.4° / 36.2° 34.8
Quilpie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average87°F (30°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates-26.6135°N, 144.2695°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.32"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.47"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 87°F (30°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 85°F (29°C) 2.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
July 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in
December 85°F (29°C) 1.6 in

Quilpie has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 55°F in July to 87°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.3") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Quilpie

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Finbarr's Primary School
Quilpie State College
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Radio Stations near Quilpie

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Quilpie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Quilpie Outback Powerhouse Museum
Quilpie Shire Military History Museum

Libraries in Quilpie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Quilpie Shire Library0.0

Hotels in Quilpie

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Imperial Hotel Motel
The Brick Hotel

Cafes in Quilpie

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Old Empire Cafe
Unstable Coffee

Gas Stations in Quilpie

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IOR Fuel Diesel - Tag and credit/debit card
Lowes Petroleum & Fuel Depot
The Old Empire Cafe

Banks in Quilpie

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NAB

Gyms in Quilpie

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quilpie Sport and Rrecreation Centre

Golf Courses in Quilpie

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Quilpie Golf Course

Airports Near Quilpie

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quilpie AirportULPMedium Airport
Adavale AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Quilpie

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Quilpie LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Quilpie

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Finbarr's Catholic Church
St Mathews

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Meteorites
6
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Quilpie

What is the population of Quilpie?

Quilpie has a population of 645 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Quilpie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,609, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,800 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $394 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Quilpie?

Quilpie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 87°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.

How is the job market in Quilpie?

The job market in Quilpie is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $569. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Quilpie?

The median home value in Quilpie is $78,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $394. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.

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