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Taranganba, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Taranganba is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,162. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,162 Population 7/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
33.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$26,499 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,499 median income, 5.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Taranganba

Taranganba

Taranganba is a town and locality in the Shire of Livingstone, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Taranganba had a population of 2,275 people.

People

Population2,162
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density7/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,499
Per Capita$26,499
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership71.2%
Housing Units865

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,162
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-23.1444°, 150.7514°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.3 inches (846 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,499
Median Age40.0 years

About Taranganba

Taranganba is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,162. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Taranganba has a population of 2,162 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,162
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Taranganba vs Australia Average

The median household income in Taranganba is $26,499, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,499 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $510, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 205 business establishments.

Income: Taranganba vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,499
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,499
Avg Weekly Wage$510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)205

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Taranganba is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 865 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$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units865

Property Tax

Climate in Taranganba

Taranganba has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.5° 123.6
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29.4° 221.5
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 22.5° / 28.4° 196.1
Apr 23.3°C / 74°F 19.9° / 26.7° 67.3
May 20°C / 68°F 16° / 24.1° 62.4
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 13.7° / 22° 52.9
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 11.9° / 21.5° 32.2
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.3° 31.3
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 16.1° / 24.3° 41.0
Oct 22.6°C / 73°F 19.1° / 26.2° 48.2
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 21.7° / 27.6° 70.4
Dec 26°C / 79°F 23.1° / 28.8° 109.7
Taranganba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 33.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-23.1444°N, 150.7514°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.3"
12% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.85"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Nov 2, 1998.

Nov 2, 1998 138 km NE of Cooee Bay, Australia M4.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 31 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 221 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 94 km
1980 Simon Category 3 60 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 6.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Coldest
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in Driest
October 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.4 in

Taranganba has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 64°F in June to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.9") and September the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Taranganba

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
hit 4ROK 107.9MHz FM Rockhampton Central Queensland classic hits, local radio AAC 130 kbps
ABC 837kHz AM Rockhampton QLD Central Queensland Local Radio 20231009 community, local radio AAC 94 kbps
4RO 990 AM Rockhampton music, news AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Taranganba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archer Park Rail Museum
Rockhampton Heritage Village
Shell World

Libraries in Taranganba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Building 100.0
Emu Park Library0.0
Presentation Learning & Information Centre (K Block)0.0
Public Library0.0
Rockhampton North Library0.0
Yeppoon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Taranganba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Doblo's Farmers' Market

Hotels in Taranganba

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blossom's on Seaspray

Cafes in Taranganba

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gus' Coffee

Gas Stations in Taranganba

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven

Stadiums & Teams in Taranganba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Taranganba

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gladstone AirportGLTMedium Airport
Rockhampton AirportROKMedium Airport
Emu Park Authorised Landing AreaSmall Airport
Great Keppel Is AirportGKLSmall Airport
Hedlow AirportSmall Airport
Old Station AirfieldSmall Airport
Samuel Hill Airfield ( Danger Zone RAAF Shoal water bay)Small Airport
The Glen AirfieldSmall Airport
The Plains Airfield Shoal water bay RAAFSmall Airport
Williamson AirportSmall Airport
Yeppoon AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Taranganba

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Binbi Yadubay

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 Taranganba

What is the population of Taranganba?

Taranganba has a population of 2,162 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Taranganba expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,499, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 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 Taranganba?

Taranganba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches.

How is the job market in Taranganba?

The unemployment rate in Taranganba is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $510. There are 205 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Taranganba?

The median home value in Taranganba is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 71.2%.

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