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Tara, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Tara is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,272. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,272 Population 82/sq mi density
1,027 ft Elevation 313 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,190 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,190 median income, 17.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$101,400 home value, $507/mo rent

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About Tara

Tara

Tara is a rural town and locality in the Western Downs Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Tara had a population of 1,980 people.

People

Population2,272
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density82/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,190
Per Capita$16,190
Unemployment17.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$101,400
Rent$507
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units909

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Population2,272
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates-27.2761°, 150.4568°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (604 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,190
Median Age48.0 years

About Tara

Tara is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,272. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Tara has a population of 2,272 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,272
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
27.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tara vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tara is $16,190, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,190 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $311, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 216 business establishments.

Income: Tara vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,190
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,190
Avg Weekly Wage$311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)216

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tara is $101,400, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $507 (56% below the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 909 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$507
56% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units909

Property Tax

Tara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area27.9 sq mi (72.2 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates-27.2761°N, 150.4568°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 7, 2005.

Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 132 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 3.2 in Warmest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.7 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Tara has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 53°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Tara

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Saint Josephs School
Tara Shire State College
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Radio Stations near Tara

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tara and District Historical Museum

Libraries in Tara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tara Library0.0

Hotels in Tara

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tara Hotel Motel

Cafes in Tara

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tara Cafe

Veterinaries in Tara

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalby & District Veterinary Services

Gas Stations in Tara

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Tara
United

Airports Near Tara

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chinchilla AirportCCLMedium Airport
Aldersyde AirstripSmall Airport
Darling Downs Airspray AirstripSmall Airport
Dulacca AirportSmall Airport
Dunmore/Opal Creek AirportSmall Airport
Lundavra Private AirstripSmall Airport
Miles AirportWLESmall Airport
Tara AirportXTRSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tara

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tara LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tara

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Presbyterian
St Martin's of Tours
Tara Community Church

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Tara

What is the population of Tara?

Tara has a population of 2,272 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,190, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,400 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $507 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tara?

Tara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.

How is the job market in Tara?

The job market in Tara faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $311. There are 216 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tara?

The median home value in Tara is $101,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $507. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

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