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Sapphire, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Sapphire is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 550. Elevation: 817 ft (249 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
550 Population
817 ft Elevation 249 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
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population550
Median Age37.5 yrs

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units220

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Population550
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Coordinates-23.4573°, 147.7244°
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 Sapphire

Sapphire is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet (249 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.

Sapphire has a population of 550. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

550
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sapphire vs Australia Average

The median household income in Sapphire 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 52 business establishments.

Income: Sapphire 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)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sapphire is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 220 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units220

Property Tax

Sapphire 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 817 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

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Coordinates-23.4573°N, 147.7244°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 M3.7 130 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 122 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 4 284 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

Sapphire 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 Sapphire

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Sapphire

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gemfields Library0.0

Restaurants in Sapphire

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pats Gems

Gas Stations in Sapphire

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Gem General Store
Sapphire Trading Post

Airports Near Sapphire

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 Sapphire

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sapphire 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 Sapphire

What is the population of Sapphire?

Sapphire has a population of 550 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Sapphire expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sapphire?

Sapphire 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 Sapphire?

Sapphire 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 52 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sapphire?

The median home value in Sapphire is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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