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The Palms, Australia

Queensland · Australia

The Palms is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 998. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
998 Population 0/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$19,942 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$19,942 median income, 5.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population998
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,942
Per Capita$19,942
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership93.5%
Housing Units399

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Population998
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates-26.2050°, 152.5865°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,942
Median Age46.0 years

About The Palms

The Palms is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 998. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

The Palms has a population of 998 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

998
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
3,376.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

The Palms vs Australia Average

The median household income in The Palms is $19,942, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,942 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $384, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 95 business establishments.

Income: The Palms vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,942
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,942
Avg Weekly Wage$384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in The Palms is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 93.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 399 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.5%
Owner-Occupied93.5%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units399

Property Tax

Climate in The Palms

The Palms has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 31.2° 149.2
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 19.9° / 30.4° 185.8
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 18.4° / 29.1° 123.8
Apr 21°C / 70°F 14.9° / 27.1° 65.2
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.2° / 24.3° 62.2
Jun 15.3°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.1° 41.0
Jul 14.4°C / 58°F 6.6° / 22.1° 28.8
Aug 15.4°C / 60°F 7° / 23.8° 36.0
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 10.8° / 26.7° 36.6
Oct 21.1°C / 70°F 13.9° / 28.3° 73.9
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.5° / 30.2° 82.7
Dec 24.7°C / 76°F 18.5° / 30.9° 148.9
The Palms enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 35.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area3,376.2 sq mi (8,744.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2050°N, 152.5865°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 54 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 123 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
February 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in

The Palms has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near The Palms

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 The Palms

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum
Wood Works Main Building
Woodworks Saw Mill

Libraries in The Palms

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gympie Regional Council Library0.0

Airports Near The Palms

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
Kingaroy AirportKGYMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gympie AirportGYPSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Murgon AirportSmall Airport
Nanango AirportSmall Airport
Noosa AirportNSVSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)Small Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport
Wondai AirportWDISmall 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 Palms

What is the population of The Palms?

The Palms has a population of 998 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is The Palms expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,942, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in The Palms?

The Palms enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.

How is the job market in The Palms?

The unemployment rate in The Palms is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $384. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in The Palms?

The median home value in The Palms is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 93.5%.

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