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The Leap, Australia

Queensland · Australia

The Leap is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 622. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
622 Population 2/sq mi density
509 ft Elevation 155 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$32,752 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$32,752 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population622
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,752
Per Capita$32,752
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership92.3%
Housing Units249

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Population622
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Coordinates-21.0833°, 149.0167°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,752
Median Age48.0 years

About The Leap

The Leap is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 622. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet (155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

The Leap has a population of 622 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

622
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

The Leap vs Australia Average

The median household income in The Leap is $32,752, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,752 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $630, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: The Leap vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,752
56% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,752
Avg Weekly Wage$630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in The Leap is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 92.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 249 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.3%
Owner-Occupied92.3%
Renter-Occupied7.7%
Housing Units249

Property Tax

Climate in The Leap

The Leap has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1510 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.5° 264.2
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 321.4
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29° 254.3
Apr 23.7°C / 75°F 20.5° / 26.9° 139.2
May 21°C / 70°F 17.5° / 24.4° 95.7
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 14.9° / 22.2° 56.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.7° 31.6
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23° 32.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 17.2° / 25.9° 23.0
Oct 24°C / 75°F 19.9° / 28.1° 30.3
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 92.0
Dec 27°C / 81°F 23.3° / 30.7° 169.3
The Leap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-21.0833°N, 149.0167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 15.04"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.0 on Apr 15, 2020.

Aug 18, 2016 37 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.7 142 km
Apr 15, 2020 32 km NNW of Whitsundays, Australia M5.0 139 km
Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 93 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 154 km
2010 Ului Category 1 93 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 196 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 160 km
1989 Aivu Category 3 232 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 187 km
1980 Simon Category 3 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.7 in
February 80°F (26°C) 15.0 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
April 74°F (24°C) 5.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Warmest

The Leap has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (15.0") and September the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near The Leap

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4MK 1026 AM Mackay mackay, oldies AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in The Leap

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dudley Denny City Library0.0
Gordon White Library0.0
Mirani Library0.0
Walkerston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in The Leap

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Victoria Street Markets

Airports Near The Leap

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton Island AirportHTIMedium Airport
Mackay AirportMKYMedium Airport
Proserpine Whitsunday Coast AirportPPPMedium Airport
Brampton Island AirportBMPSmall Airport
KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Lakeside AirparkSmall Airport
Lindeman Island AirportLDCSmall Airport
Midge PointSmall Airport
Nebo AirstripSmall Airport
Palmyra AirstripSmall Airport
temple island airstripSmall Airport
Turtle Park 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 The Leap

What is the population of The Leap?

The Leap has a population of 622 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is The Leap expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,752, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in The Leap?

The Leap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in The Leap?

The Leap has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $630. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in The Leap?

The median home value in The Leap is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 92.3%.

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