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Taroom, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Taroom is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 888. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
888 Population
689 ft Elevation 210 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population888
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population888
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates-25.6393°, 149.7998°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (639 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Taroom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taroom receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Taroom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taroom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Taroom has a population of 888. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

888
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Taroom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taroom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taroom is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Taroom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taroom, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Taroom vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Taroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates-25.6393°N, 149.7998°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in

Taroom has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 56°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (1.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Taroom

What is the population of Taroom?

Taroom has a population of 888 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Taroom expensive to live in?

Taroom is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Taroom?

Taroom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Taroom?

Taroom has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Taroom?

35.0% of adults in Taroom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Taroom?

The obesity rate in Taroom is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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