South Mackay, Australia

Full City Profile

3.0 /5.0

B Good

6,494 Population 22/sq mi density

10 ft Elevation 3 meters

70°F Avg Temperature 21°C

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$26,736 median income, 4.8% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

South Mackay, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,736

64% below

$26,736 per capita

Home Value

$163,400

42% below

Median Rent

$817/mo

30% below

Unemployment

4.8%

33% above

Avg Temperature

70°F

336 sunny days/yr

Is South Mackay a Good Place to Live?

3.0 / 5.0 — Good

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

South Mackay residents earn a median household income of $26,736 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,736. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 617 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in South Mackay is $163,400 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $817/month.

Climate & Weather

South Mackay has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 336 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population6,494

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density22/mi²

Foreign Born14.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$26,736

Per Capita$26,736

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$514

Housing

Home Value$163,400

Rent$817

Ownership60.9%

Housing Units2,598

Climate

Avg Temp70°F

Sunny Days336/yr

Rain67.4 in/yr

Elevation10 ft

Did You Know?

14.8% of residents are foreign-born.