Quilpie, Australia — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.2%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

People

Population645

Median Age37.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$65,058

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.6%

Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain14.7 in/yr

Sunny Days309/yr

Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	645
Elevation	663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates	-26.6135°, 144.2695°
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Queensland
Average Temperature	72°F (22°C)
January Average	87°F (30°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation	14.7 inches (372 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Quilpie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quilpie receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Quilpie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Quilpie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 87°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Quilpie has a population of 645. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

645

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Quilpie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Quilpie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quilpie is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Quilpie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Quilpie, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Quilpie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet.

Temperature

87°F Jan (30°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)

Annual Average	72.1°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	87°F (30°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days	309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	14.7 inches
	61% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	663 ft (202 m)
Coordinates	-26.6135°N, 144.2695°W
Timezone	Australia/Brisbane

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").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 37.5 years.

Is Quilpie expensive to live in?

Quilpie is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Quilpie?

Quilpie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Quilpie?

35.0% of adults in Quilpie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Quilpie?

The obesity rate in Quilpie is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.