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Rural View, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Rural View is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,509. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,509 Population 15/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$35,997 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$35,997 median income, 2.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Rural View

Rural View is a suburb in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Rural View had a population of 5,657 people.

People

Population4,509
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$35,997
Per Capita$35,997
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership72.0%
Housing Units1,804

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population4,509
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-21.0645°, 149.1646°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$35,997
Median Age31.0 years

About Rural View

Rural View is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,509. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Rural View has a population of 4,509 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,509
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rural View vs Australia Average

The median household income in Rural View is $35,997, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,997. The average weekly wage is $692, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 428 business establishments.

Income: Rural View vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$35,997
52% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$35,997
Avg Weekly Wage$692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)428

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rural View is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,804 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units1,804

Property Tax

Climate in Rural View

Rural View has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
Rural View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-21.0645°N, 149.1646°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.04"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 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 M5.7 144 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 101 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 139 km
2010 Ului Category 1 98 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 183 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 163 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 240 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 175 km
1980 Simon Category 3 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
April 74°F (24°C) 5.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Warmest

Rural View has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Rural View

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eimeo Road State School
Mackay Northern Beaches State High School
St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School
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Radio Stations near Rural View

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Rural View

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rural View

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Restaurants in Rural View

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northern Beaches Bowles Club
Saffron Lounge

Cafes in Rural View

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Coffee Shop
Woodman's Axe Espresso

Gas Stations in Rural View

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Caltex
Caltex

Shopping Malls in Rural View

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre

Gyms in Rural View

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Snap Fitness

Airports Near Rural View

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton Island AirportHTIMedium Airport
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Turtle Park AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rural View

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Brendan's Catholic Church

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 Rural View

What is the population of Rural View?

Rural View has a population of 4,509 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rural View expensive to live in?

The median household income is $35,997, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rural View?

Rural View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Rural View?

The job market in Rural View is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $692. There are 428 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rural View?

The median home value in Rural View is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.

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