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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).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
841 Population 86/sq mi density
1,499 ft Elevation 457 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
74.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$24,843 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,843 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $915/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population841
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density86/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,843
Per Capita$24,843
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$183,000
Rent$915
Ownership91.3%
Housing Units336

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Population841
Population Density86 / sq mi
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 Household Income$24,843
Median Age51.0 years

About Speewah

Speewah is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 841. The city sits at an elevation of 1,499 feet (457 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Speewah has a population of 841 with a density of 86 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

841
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above Australia avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Speewah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Speewah is $24,843, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,843 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $478, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 80 business establishments.

Income: Speewah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,843
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,843
Avg Weekly Wage$478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Speewah is $183,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 91.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 336 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.3%
Owner-Occupied91.3%
Renter-Occupied8.7%
Housing Units336

Property Tax

Climate in Speewah

Speewah has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Dec (26.6°C), the coldest is Jul (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 834 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.4°C / 80°F 21.5° / 31.2° 228.7
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 21.4° / 30.9° 220.3
Mar 25.2°C / 77°F 20.7° / 29.8° 149.3
Apr 23.8°C / 75°F 19° / 28.5° 44.3
May 21.8°C / 71°F 16.9° / 26.8° 15.2
Jun 20.3°C / 69°F 15.2° / 25.4° 12.1
Jul 19.4°C / 67°F 13.7° / 25° 5.8
Aug 20.2°C / 68°F 14° / 26.4° 6.4
Sep 22.1°C / 72°F 15.5° / 28.7° 4.6
Oct 24°C / 75°F 17.5° / 30.6° 16.5
Nov 25.4°C / 78°F 19.1° / 31.6° 39.8
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 20.8° / 32.3° 91.1
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). 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 Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates-16.8893°N, 145.6134°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.5"
96% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 16.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 15, 2011.

Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nathan (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Nathan Category 3 233 km
2014 Ita Category 4 110 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 120 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 229 km
2006 Larry Category 4 68 km
1998 Katrina Category 1 289 km
1998 Nathan Category 1 291 km
1991 Joy Category 2 124 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 94 km
1986 Manu Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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").

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Radio Stations near Speewah

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 community, contemporary AAC 94 kbps
4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE cairns, talk AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Speewah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cairns Art Gallery
Cairns Museum
Mareeba Heritage Museum
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
War Museum

Libraries in Speewah

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
Earlville Library0.0
Edmonton Library0.0
Gordonvale Library0.0
James Cook University library0.0
Kuranda Library0.0
Manunda Library0.0
Mareeba Library0.0
Smithfield Library0.0
Stratford Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Speewah

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kuranda Heritage Market
Kuranda Markets
Rusty's Markets

Gas Stations in Speewah

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #12533626918

Breweries in Speewah

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cairns Cruise Line Terminal
FNQ Homebrew

Stadiums & Teams in Speewah

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Speewah

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cairns International AirportCNSLarge Airport
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dimbulah AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Koah AirportSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Yalkulka AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Speewah

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lives Lived Well
Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Speewah

What is the population of Speewah?

Speewah has a population of 841 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Speewah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,843, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

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.

How is the job market in Speewah?

Speewah has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $478. There are 80 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Speewah?

The median home value in Speewah is $183,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $915. The homeownership rate is 91.3%.

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