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Scarness, Australia
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Scarness is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,897. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Scarness
Scarness is a coastal suburb of Hervey Bay in the Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Scarness had a population of 3,646 people.
People
Economy
DHousing
FClimate
| Population | 3,897 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.2841°, 152.8560° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (785 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,455 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Scarness
Scarness is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,897. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Scarness vs Australia Average
Income: Scarness vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $18,455 |
| 75% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,455 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $355 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.8% |
| 172% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 57.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.8% |
| Housing Units | 1,559 |
Property Tax
Climate in Scarness
Scarness has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.2°F |
| 32% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.2841°N, 152.8560°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in |
Scarness has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in June to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.5") and September the driest (1.6").
Schools in Scarness
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scarness
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CherbOURg Radio | community, indigenous | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Scarness
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum | ||||
| Wide Bay Hospitals Museum |
Libraries in Scarness
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burrum Heads Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hervey Bay Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Scarness
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Scarness
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Scarness
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Scarness
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bundaberg Airport | BDB | Medium Airport |
| Hervey Bay Airport | HVB | Medium Airport |
| Aquila Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Childers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Maryborough Airport | MBH | Small Airport |
| North Gregory/Elliott Field | - | Small Airport |
| Orchid Beach Airport | OKB | Small Airport |
| Pacific Haven Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toby's Gap Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Scarness?
Scarness has a population of 3,897 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Scarness expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,455, 75% 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 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Scarness?
Scarness has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Scarness?
The job market in Scarness faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $355. There are 370 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Scarness?
The median home value in Scarness is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 57.2%.