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Southern Cross, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Southern Cross is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 536. Elevation: 994 ft (303 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
536 Population
994 ft Elevation 303 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population536
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population536
Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Coordinates-20.0263°, 146.1810°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (688 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Southern Cross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southern Cross receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Southern Cross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Southern Cross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Southern Cross has a population of 536. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

536
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Southern Cross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Southern Cross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southern Cross is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Southern Cross vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Southern Cross, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Southern Cross vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Southern Cross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Coordinates-20.0263°N, 146.1810°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest, Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
October 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
December 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in

Southern Cross has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 63°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and August the driest (0.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Cross

What is the population of Southern Cross?

Southern Cross has a population of 536 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Southern Cross expensive to live in?

Southern Cross is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Southern Cross?

Southern Cross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Southern Cross?

Southern Cross has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Southern Cross?

35.0% of adults in Southern Cross hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Southern Cross?

The obesity rate in Southern Cross is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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