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Slade Point, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Slade Point is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,202. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,202 Population 11/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$26,398 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,398 median income, 5.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Slade Point

Slade Point

Slade Point is a coastal town and peninsular suburb in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. It takes its name from the Slade Point headland named by James Cook on his 1770 voyage. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Slade Point had a population of 3,450 people.

People

Population3,202
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density11/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,398
Per Capita$26,398
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership68.4%
Housing Units1,281

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population3,202
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-21.0750°, 149.2250°
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$26,398
Median Age40.0 years

About Slade Point

Slade Point is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,202. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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.

Slade Point has a population of 3,202 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,202
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Slade Point vs Australia Average

The median household income in Slade Point is $26,398, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,398 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $508, 65% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 304 business establishments.

Income: Slade Point vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,398
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,398
Avg Weekly Wage$508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)304

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Slade Point is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,281 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units1,281

Property Tax

Climate in Slade Point

Slade Point 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
Slade Point 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 33 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

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-21.0750°N, 149.2250°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 12.95"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.67"

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 M5.7 147 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 144 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 4 106 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 133 km
2010 Ului Category 1 100 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 179 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 166 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 245 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 169 km
1980 Simon Category 3 203 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.1 in
February 80°F (27°C) 13.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
April 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
May 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 71°F (21°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in

Slade Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 58.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.0") and September the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Slade Point

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Slade Point State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Slade Point

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Libraries in Slade Point

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

Farmers Markets in Slade Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Hotels in Slade Point

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sea Breeze Tavern

Clinics in Slade Point

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Slade Point Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Slade Point

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Slade Point Mobil

Airports Near Slade Point

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton Island AirportHTIMedium Airport
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP-Small Airport
Lakeside Airpark-Small Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge Point-Small Airport
Nebo Airstrip-Small Airport
Palmyra Airstrip-Small Airport
temple island airstrip-Small Airport
Turtle Park Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Slade Point

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Slade Point

Churches & Religious Organizations in Slade Point

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Slade Point Christian Life Centre

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 Slade Point

What is the population of Slade Point?

Slade Point has a population of 3,202 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Slade Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,398, 65% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Slade Point?

Slade Point 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 Slade Point?

The unemployment rate in Slade Point is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $508. There are 304 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Slade Point?

The median home value in Slade Point is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.

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