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Southside, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Southside is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,595. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,595 Population 2/sq mi density
308 ft Elevation 94 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$19,773 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$19,773 median income, 5.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $803/mo rent

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About Southside

Southside is a semi-rural locality in the Gympie Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Southside had a population of 6,312 people.

People

Population5,595
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,773
Per Capita$19,773
Unemployment5.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$160,600
Rent$803
Ownership70.2%
Housing Units2,238

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Population5,595
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Coordinates-26.2100°, 152.6472°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,773
Median Age46.0 years

About Southside

Southside is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,595. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Southside has a population of 5,595 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,595
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
3,376.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Southside vs Australia Average

The median household income in Southside is $19,773, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,773 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $380, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 532 business establishments.

Income: Southside vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,773
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,773
Avg Weekly Wage$380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)532

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Southside is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 70.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,238 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.2%
Owner-Occupied70.2%
Renter-Occupied29.8%
Housing Units2,238

Property Tax

Climate in Southside

Southside has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 31.2° 149.2
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 19.9° / 30.4° 185.8
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 18.4° / 29.1° 123.8
Apr 21°C / 70°F 14.9° / 27.1° 65.2
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.2° / 24.3° 62.2
Jun 15.3°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.1° 41.0
Jul 14.4°C / 58°F 6.6° / 22.1° 28.8
Aug 15.4°C / 60°F 7° / 23.8° 36.0
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 10.8° / 26.7° 36.6
Oct 21.1°C / 70°F 13.9° / 28.3° 73.9
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.5° / 30.2° 82.7
Dec 24.7°C / 76°F 18.5° / 30.9° 148.9
Southside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 35.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area3,376.2 sq mi (8,744.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2100°N, 152.6472°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 59 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 128 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
February 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in

Southside has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Southside

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cooloola Christian College - - - -
Gympie South State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Southside

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Zinc 96.1 adult contemporary, commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
Hot 91.1 commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
Sunshine FM 104.9 - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Southside

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum
Noosa Shire Museum
Wood Works Main Building
Woodworks Saw Mill

Libraries in Southside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gympie Regional Council Library0.0
Imbil Library0.0

Gas Stations in Southside

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7 Eleven Southside
AU #12273590009

Shopping Malls in Southside

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Southside Town Centre

Airports Near Southside

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
Aquila Airfield-Small Airport
Biggenden Airport-Small Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cooloola Village Airpark-Small Airport
Driftn-in Airstrip-Small Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield-Small Airport
Gympie AirportGYPSmall Airport
Landsborough Airport-Small Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Murgon Airport-Small Airport
Nanango Airport-Small Airport
Noosa AirportNSVSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach Airport-Small Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)-Small Airport
Toby's Gap Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southside

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Plymouth Bretheren Christian Church

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 Southside

What is the population of Southside?

Southside has a population of 5,595 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Southside expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,773, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Southside?

Southside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.

How is the job market in Southside?

The unemployment rate in Southside is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $380. There are 532 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Southside?

The median home value in Southside is $160,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $803. The homeownership rate is 70.2%.

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