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Speewah, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Speewah is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 841. Elevation: 1,499 ft (457 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
841 Population
1,499 ft Elevation 457 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
74.5 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

Population841
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population841
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Coordinates-16.8893°, 145.6134°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation74.5 inches (1,891 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Speewah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Speewah 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. Speewah 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

Speewah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 74.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Speewah has a population of 841. 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

841
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Speewah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Speewah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Speewah 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: Speewah 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 Speewah, 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: Speewah 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

Speewah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 74.5 inches (wetter 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 1,499 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.5 inches
96% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Coordinates-16.8893°N, 145.6134°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 13.2 in
February 77°F (25°C) 16.0 in Wettest
March 75°F (24°C) 12.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
November 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.7 in Warmest

Speewah has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 63°F in July to 77°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (16.0") and July the driest (0.9").

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 Speewah

What is the population of Speewah?

Speewah has a population of 841 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Speewah expensive to live in?

Speewah 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 Speewah?

Speewah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Speewah?

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

How are the schools in Speewah?

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

How healthy is Speewah?

The obesity rate in Speewah 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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