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Takura, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Takura is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 520. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
520 Population 2/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$23,930 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$23,930 median income, 6.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$198,800 home value, $994/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population520
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,930
Per Capita$23,930
Unemployment6.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$198,800
Rent$994
Ownership89.7%
Housing Units208

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population520
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-25.3180°, 152.6959°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,930
Median Age43.0 years

About Takura

Takura is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Takura has a population of 520 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

520
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Takura vs Australia Average

The median household income in Takura is $23,930, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,930 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $460, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Takura vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,930
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,930
Avg Weekly Wage$460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Takura is $198,800, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $994 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 89.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 208 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,800
29% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$994
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.7%
Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied10.3%
Housing Units208

Property Tax

Climate in Takura

Takura has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.1°C), the coldest is Jul (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1011 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.1°C / 79°F 21° / 31.2° 129.7
Feb 26°C / 79°F 21.2° / 30.8° 171.5
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 19.8° / 29.7° 130.9
Apr 22.4°C / 72°F 17° / 27.7° 61.6
May 19.2°C / 67°F 13.6° / 24.9° 74.3
Jun 16.8°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.8° 52.9
Jul 15.9°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.6° 34.3
Aug 16.8°C / 62°F 9.7° / 23.9° 40.3
Sep 19.5°C / 67°F 12.7° / 26.4° 38.1
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 15.8° / 27.8° 87.0
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 17.9° / 29.4° 67.3
Dec 25.2°C / 77°F 19.8° / 30.5° 123.4
Takura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 32.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-25.3180°N, 152.6959°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.1"
16% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.42"

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 M4.9 130 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 133 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 228 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 227 km
1980 Simon Category 1 202 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in
February 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 5.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Takura has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Takura

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Takura

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burrum and District Museum
Doll Museum
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Maryborough Bond Store Museum
Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum
The Story Book
Whistle Stop Rail Museum
Wide Bay Hospitals Museum

Libraries in Takura

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burrum Heads Library0.0
Hervey Bay Library0.0
Howard Library0.0
Mayborough Library0.0
Woodgate Beach Library0.0

Airports Near Takura

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Bully Yard private AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Orchid Beach AirportOKBSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport

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 Takura

What is the population of Takura?

Takura has a population of 520 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Takura expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,930, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,800 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Takura?

Takura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.

How is the job market in Takura?

The unemployment rate in Takura is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $460. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Takura?

The median home value in Takura is $198,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $994. The homeownership rate is 89.7%.

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