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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).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 536 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.0263°, 146.1810° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (688 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,181 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Southern Cross
Southern Cross is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 536. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet (303 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Southern Cross vs Australia Average
Income: Southern Cross vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $25,181 |
| 66% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,181 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $484 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 51 |
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 | 88.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.0% |
| Housing Units | 214 |
Property Tax
Climate in Southern Cross
Southern Cross has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Dec (28.6°C), the coldest is Jul (18.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 629 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 3,396.7 sq mi (8,797.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.0263°N, 146.1810°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Museums in Southern Cross
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zara Clark Museum |
Libraries in Southern Cross
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charters Towers Excelsior Library | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Southern Cross
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Southern Cross
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ace Aerodrome Starke Field | — | Small Airport |
| Battery Downs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bening Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Charters Towers Airport | CXT | Small Airport |
| Donnington Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Harvest Home Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hillgrove Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lavarack (Military) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Macrossan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Cooper Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ravenswood Gold mine | — | Small Airport |
| Toomba Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Southern Cross
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Charters Towers Rehabilitation Centre |
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What is the population of Southern Cross?
Southern Cross has a population of 536 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,396.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Southern Cross expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,181, 66% 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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
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.
How is the job market in Southern Cross?
The job market in Southern Cross is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $484. There are 51 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Southern Cross?
The median home value in Southern Cross is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 88.0%.