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Red Hill, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Red Hill is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,406. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,406 Population 18/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
56.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$37,890 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$37,890 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$242,200 home value, $1,211/mo rent

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About Red Hill

Red Hill

Red Hill is an inner northern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Red Hill had a population of 5,834 people.

People

Population5,406
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density18/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$37,890
Per Capita$37,890
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

B
Home Value$242,200
Rent$1,211
Ownership53.2%
Housing Units2,162

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Population5,406
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates-20.3167°, 148.5000°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation56.6 inches (1,437 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,890
Median Age33.0 years

About Red Hill

Red Hill is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,406. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Red Hill has a population of 5,406 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,406
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Red Hill vs Australia Average

The median household income in Red Hill is $37,890, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,890. The average weekly wage is $729, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 514 business establishments.

Income: Red Hill vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$37,890
50% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$37,890
Avg Weekly Wage$729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)514

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Red Hill is $242,200, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,211 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 53.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,162 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,200
14% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,211
4% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.2%
Owner-Occupied53.2%
Renter-Occupied46.8%
Housing Units2,162

Property Tax

Climate in Red Hill

Red Hill has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 1293 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 22.6° / 31.8° 276.8
Feb 27°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.2° 304.7
Mar 26°C / 79°F 21.6° / 30.4° 152.4
Apr 24.2°C / 76°F 19.4° / 28.9° 107.9
May 21.4°C / 71°F 16.1° / 26.7° 53.9
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 12.8° / 24.7° 44.8
Jul 18°C / 64°F 11.4° / 24.5° 17.1
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 11.8° / 25.9° 31.5
Sep 21.4°C / 71°F 14.2° / 28.5° 19.8
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 17.3° / 30.3° 44.4
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 19.7° / 32° 92.5
Dec 26.9°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32.3° 147.3
Red Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 56.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates-20.3167°N, 148.5000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.6"
49% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 14.96"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 15, 2020.

Aug 18, 2016 37 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.7 58 km
Apr 16, 2011 Queensland, Australia M5.0 81 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 59 km
Sep 17, 2011 44 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.3 93 km
Aug 18, 2016 50 km N of Whitsundays, Australia M4.3 82 km
Apr 16, 2011 45 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.0 87 km
Aug 18, 2016 43 km N of Whitsundays, Australia M4.0 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 9 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 221 km
2010 Ului Category 1 21 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 200 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 69 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 132 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 13.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 78°F (25°C) 12.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
June 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in

Red Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 65°F in June to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Red Hill

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Island FM Whitsundays 88.0MHz Airlie Beach Central Queensland classic hits, news MP3 128 kbps
Gem FM 91.5MHz Bowen - Gem of the Coral Coast classic rock, community radio AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Red Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Proserpine Museum

Libraries in Red Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cannonvale Library0.0
Proserpine Library0.0
Proserpine Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Red Hill

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Red Hill

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton Island AirportHTIMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Bowen AirportZBOSmall Airport
cape cloucester airstrip 300m lengthSmall Airport
Collinsville AirportKCESmall Airport
Hideaway Bay AirportSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Shute Harbour/Whitsunday AirportWSYSmall 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 Red Hill

What is the population of Red Hill?

Red Hill has a population of 5,406 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Red Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,890, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,200 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,211 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Red Hill?

Red Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches.

How is the job market in Red Hill?

Red Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $729. There are 514 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Red Hill?

The median home value in Red Hill is $242,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,211. The homeownership rate is 53.2%.

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