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Sandy Creek, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Sandy Creek is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 563. Elevation: 535 ft (163 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 563 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8506°, 152.6377° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.4 inches (1,078 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,370 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Sandy Creek
Sandy Creek is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet (163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sandy Creek vs Australia Average
Income: Sandy Creek vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,370 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,370 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $469 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 53 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 92.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 7.1% |
| Housing Units | 225 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sandy Creek
Sandy Creek has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1922 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8506°N, 152.6377°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in |
Sandy Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 56°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (1.3").
Schools in Sandy Creek
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kilcoy State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sandy Creek
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc 96.1 | adult contemporary, commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hot 91.1 | commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Sunshine FM 104.9 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sandy Creek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall of History |
Libraries in Sandy Creek
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilcoy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maleny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodford Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Sandy Creek
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| Brisbane Archerfield Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Coominya | — | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Donnybrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gympie Airport | GYP | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Murgon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nanango Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | — | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Sandy Creek?
Sandy Creek has a population of 563 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sandy Creek expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,370, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Sandy Creek?
Sandy Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.
How is the job market in Sandy Creek?
Sandy Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $469. There are 53 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sandy Creek?
The median home value in Sandy Creek is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 92.9%.