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Rubyvale, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Rubyvale is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 510. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
510 Population
827 ft Elevation 252 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
24.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population510
Median Age37.5 yrs

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units204

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Population510
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Coordinates-23.4182°, 147.6991°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (632 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Rubyvale

Rubyvale is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 510. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet (252 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Rubyvale has a population of 510. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

510
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rubyvale vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rubyvale is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Rubyvale vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rubyvale is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 204 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units204

Property Tax

Rubyvale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Coordinates-23.4182°N, 147.6991°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.9"
35% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 3.90"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Jun 25, 1996.

Jun 25, 1996 45 km SW of Moranbah, Australia M3.7 126 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in
December 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in

Rubyvale has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 59°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.9") and September the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Rubyvale

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Rubyvale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gemfields Library0.0

Cafes in Rubyvale

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Strudelhut

Gas Stations in Rubyvale

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Friendly Grocer

Airports Near Rubyvale

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clermont AirportCMQMedium Airport
Emerald AirportEMDMedium Airport
Capella AirportSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Port Wine AirstripSmall Airport
Springsure AirportSmall Airport
Willows airstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rubyvale

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rubyvale LPO

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 Rubyvale

What is the population of Rubyvale?

Rubyvale has a population of 510 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Rubyvale expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rubyvale?

Rubyvale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches.

How is the job market in Rubyvale?

Rubyvale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rubyvale?

The median home value in Rubyvale is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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