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Sunshine Beach, Australia
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Sunshine Beach is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,564. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach is a coastal town and suburb in the Shire of Noosa, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Sunshine Beach had a population of 2,480 people.
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| Population | 2,564 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.4058°, 153.1078° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.7 inches (982 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $30,488 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,564. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sunshine Beach vs Australia Average
Income: Sunshine Beach vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,488 |
| 59% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,488 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $586 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 244 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $278,800 |
| 1% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,394 |
| 20% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,026 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1593 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 360.5 sq mi (933.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.4058°N, 153.1078°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in |
Sunshine Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.7") and September the driest (1.7").
Schools in Sunshine Beach
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas More Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunshine Beach State School | — | — | — | — |
| Noosa Flexible Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sunshine Beach
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 Sunshine Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooroy Saw Mill site | ||||
| Eumundi Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| The Heritage Centre | ||||
| Yandina Historic House |
Libraries in Sunshine Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cooroy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maroochydore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Noosa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sunshine Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Tree Market | |||||
| Eumundi Markets | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Noosa Farmers Market | |||||
| Yandina Country Markets |
Hotels in Sunshine Beach
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sunshine Beach
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sunshine Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Pot Brewery | ||||
| Heads of Noosa | ||||
| Sunshine Brewery | ||||
| Terella Brewing |
Airports Near Sunshine Beach
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Donnybrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Greenfield (Cootharaba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gympie Airport | GYP | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | — | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sunshine Beach
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nicklin Lodge |
Quick Facts
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25 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sunshine Beach
What is the population of Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach has a population of 2,564 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 360.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sunshine Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,488, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $278,800 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,394 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.
How is the job market in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $586. There are 244 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sunshine Beach?
The median home value in Sunshine Beach is $278,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,394. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.