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South Kolan, Australia

Queensland · Australia

South Kolan is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,057. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,057 Population 4/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$21,497 Median Income
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Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,497 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About South Kolan

South Kolan

South Kolan is a rural locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of South Kolan had a population of 1,258 people.

People

Population1,057
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,497
Per Capita$21,497
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units423

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population1,057
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-24.9320°, 152.1679°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,035 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,497
Median Age45.0 years

About South Kolan

South Kolan is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,057. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

South Kolan has a population of 1,057 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,057
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
289.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

South Kolan vs Australia Average

The median household income in South Kolan is $21,497, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,497 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $413, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: South Kolan vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,497
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,497
Avg Weekly Wage$413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in South Kolan is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 423 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units423

Property Tax

Climate in South Kolan

South Kolan has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 21.4° / 30.7° 135.7
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 21.7° / 30.5° 164.8
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.5° 106.5
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 17.6° / 27.8° 45.3
May 19.8°C / 68°F 14.5° / 25.2° 64.2
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 12° / 22.9° 55.6
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 10.7° / 22.8° 24.9
Aug 17.5°C / 64°F 11.1° / 23.9° 32.0
Sep 20.1°C / 68°F 14.1° / 26.1° 38.2
Oct 22°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.4° 69.8
Nov 24°C / 75°F 19° / 29° 73.1
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 20.6° / 30° 111.9
South Kolan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Australia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area289.0 sq mi (748.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-24.9320°N, 152.1679°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.34"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2016.

Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 86 km
Aug 13, 2016 111 km ENE of Agnes Water, Australia M4.6 142 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 161 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 241 km
1980 Simon Category 2 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in
March 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.9 in
May 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 4.8 in

South Kolan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 61°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (1.4").

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Schools in South Kolan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kolan South State School
Givelda State School
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Radio Stations near South Kolan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
Gin Gin's Own 104.9 community MP3 128 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in South Kolan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bert Hinkler House
Bundaberg Museum
Bundaberg Railway Museum
Fairymead House Museum
Hinkler Hall of Aviation

Libraries in South Kolan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bundaberg Library0.0
Gin Gin Library0.0
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in South Kolan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's markets

Gas Stations in South Kolan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12377691339

Breweries in South Kolan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
384 North Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in South Kolan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near South Kolan

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Agnes Water private AirportSmall Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Gayndah AirportGAHSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Monduran AirportSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport
private airfield agnes watersSmall Airport
private airstrip agnes watersSmall Airport
private runway agnes watersSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in South Kolan

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health First Bundaberg

Churches & Religious Organizations in South Kolan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Warehouse

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 South Kolan

What is the population of South Kolan?

South Kolan has a population of 1,057 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is South Kolan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,497, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in South Kolan?

South Kolan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches.

How is the job market in South Kolan?

South Kolan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $413. There are 100 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in South Kolan?

The median home value in South Kolan is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

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