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Ravenshoe, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Ravenshoe is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,452. Elevation: 2,982 ft (909 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1.8 /5.0
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1,452 Population 154/sq mi density
2,982 ft Elevation 909 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,325 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,325 median income, 12.2% unemployment
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Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Ravenshoe

Ravenshoe

Ravenshoe is a rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Ravenshoe had a population of 1,332 people.

People

Population1,452
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density154/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$16,325
Per Capita$16,325
Unemployment12.2%

Housing

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Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership70.1%
Housing Units581

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Population1,452
Population Density154 / sq mi
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Coordinates-17.6090°, 145.4841°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,325
Median Age52.0 years

About Ravenshoe

Ravenshoe is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,452. The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet (909 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Ravenshoe has a population of 1,452 with a density of 154 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,452
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ravenshoe vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ravenshoe is $16,325, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,325 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $314, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Ravenshoe vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,325
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,325
Avg Weekly Wage$314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ravenshoe is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 70.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 581 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.1%
Owner-Occupied70.1%
Renter-Occupied29.9%
Housing Units581

Property Tax

Ravenshoe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 91.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates-17.6090°N, 145.4841°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.5"
141% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 11.34"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 15, 2011.

Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ita (2014).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Ita Category 2 176 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 64 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 286 km
2006 Larry Category 4 9 km
1991 Joy Category 2 173 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 31 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 9.8 in
February 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in Wettest
March 72°F (22°C) 9.1 in
April 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
December 74°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest

Ravenshoe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 58°F in July to 74°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (11.3") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Ravenshoe

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ravenshoe State School P-12
Ravenshoe State School P-12
Saint Teresas School
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Radio Stations near Ravenshoe

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Ravenshoe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eacham Historical Museum
Herberton Mining Museum
Historic Village Herberton
Spy & Camera Museum

Libraries in Ravenshoe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Herberton Library0.0
Millaa Millaa Library0.0
Ravenshoe Library0.0

Hotels in Ravenshoe

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Club Hotel and Motel

Cafes in Ravenshoe

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Mile Café
Popular Café

Gas Stations in Ravenshoe

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Central Servo Ravenshoe
Mareno's Fuel

Banks in Ravenshoe

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Community Bank
NAB

Airports Near Ravenshoe

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cairns International AirportCNSLarge Airport
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dallachy(Cardwell) AerodromeSmall Airport
Dimbulah AirportSmall Airport
Dunk Island AirportDKISmall Airport
Glen Ruth AirportSmall Airport
Goshen Station AirportSmall Airport
Gunnawarra AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Minnamoolka AirportSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Mount Garnet AirportSmall Airport
Pinnarendi AirstripSmall Airport
Tully AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ravenshoe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ravenshoe Post Office

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Waterfalls
13
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Ravenshoe

What is the population of Ravenshoe?

Ravenshoe has a population of 1,452 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 154 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ravenshoe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,325, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ravenshoe?

Ravenshoe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.

How is the job market in Ravenshoe?

The job market in Ravenshoe faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $314. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ravenshoe?

The median home value in Ravenshoe is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 70.1%.

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