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Tanawha, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Tanawha is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,281. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Tanawha
Tanawha is a rural locality in the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. It is a suburb of Buderim. The name Tanawha is believed to be a Māori language word referring to a legendary New Zealand monster. In the 2021 census, Tanawha had a population of 1,312 people.
People
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| Population | 1,281 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.7198°, 153.0302° |
| 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 | $30,589 |
| Median Age | 40.0 years |
About Tanawha
Tanawha is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,281. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 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.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Tanawha vs Australia Average
Income: Tanawha vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $30,589 |
| 59% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,589 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $588 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $229,800 |
| 18% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,149 |
| 1% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 84.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.8% |
| Housing Units | 512 |
Property Tax
Climate in Tanawha
Tanawha has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 790 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 | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 922.6 sq mi (2,389.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.7198°N, 153.0302°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.2 in |
Tanawha has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 62.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (8.8") and September the driest (1.7").
Radio Stations near Tanawha
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 Tanawha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eumundi Museum | ||||
| Landsborough Shire's Historical Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Nambour Museum | ||||
| Queensland Air Museum | ||||
| Yandina Historic House |
Libraries in Tanawha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beerwah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buderim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caloundra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coolum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kawana Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maleny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maroochydore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nambour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woombye School of Arts | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tanawha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Tree Market | |||||
| Eumundi Markets | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Fishermans Road Market | |||||
| Yandina Country Markets |
Gas Stations in Tanawha
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tanawha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Glass House Brewery | ||||
| Sunshine Brewery | ||||
| Sunshine Coast Brewery | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Ten Toes | ||||
| Terella Brewing | ||||
| Wild Rocket Micro Brewery | ||||
| Your Mates |
Stadiums & Teams in Tanawha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tanawha
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Cooloola Village Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Coominya | — | 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 |
| Kooringal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Noosa Airport | NSV | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private) | — | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tanawha
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nicklin Lodge |
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What is the population of Tanawha?
Tanawha has a population of 1,281 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 922.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.
Is Tanawha expensive to live in?
The median household income is $30,589, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,800 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Tanawha?
Tanawha 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 Tanawha?
Tanawha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $588. There are 122 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Tanawha?
The median home value in Tanawha is $229,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,149. The homeownership rate is 84.2%.