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The Range, Australia

Queensland · Australia

The Range is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,561. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,561 Population 19/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$28,460 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,460 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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About The Range

The Range

The Range is an inner suburb of Rockhampton in the Rockhampton Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census The Range had a population of 5,231 people.

People

Population5,561
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,460
Per Capita$28,460
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership72.3%
Housing Units2,224

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population5,561
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates-23.3920°, 150.4962°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (734 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,460
Median Age38.0 years

About The Range

The Range is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,561. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

The Range has a population of 5,561 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,561
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
292.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

The Range vs Australia Average

The median household income in The Range is $28,460, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,460 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $547, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 528 business establishments.

Income: The Range vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,460
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,460
Avg Weekly Wage$547

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)528

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in The Range is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 72.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,224 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$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.3%
Owner-Occupied72.3%
Renter-Occupied27.7%
Housing Units2,224

Property Tax

Climate in The Range

The Range has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 728 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 22.7° / 32.5° 106.4
Feb 27.4°C / 81°F 22.7° / 32° 142.2
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.2° 80.5
Apr 23.9°C / 75°F 18.6° / 29.2° 35.4
May 20.7°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.6° 31.1
Jun 18.1°C / 65°F 12° / 24.2° 34.6
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 10.5° / 23.9° 30.8
Aug 18.4°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.5° 30.0
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 28.4° 25.2
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30.1° 51.2
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 19.9° / 31.6° 60.1
Dec 27.1°C / 81°F 21.7° / 32.5° 100.8
The Range has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average72.8°F
35% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area292.3 sq mi (757.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-23.3920°N, 150.4962°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.9"
24% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.67"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.98"

Air Quality

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 10 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 259 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 123 km
1980 Simon Category 3 98 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.7 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in
April 74°F (24°C) 1.9 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in Driest
October 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in

The Range has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in June to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (1.0").

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Schools in The Range

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rockhampton Grammar School
Rockhampton Girls Grammar School
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Radio Stations near The Range

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 The Range

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archer Park Rail Museum
Rockhampton Heritage Village

Libraries in The Range

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Building 100.0
Gracemere Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Rockhampton North Library0.0

Farmers Markets in The Range

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Doblo's Farmers' Market

Cafes in The Range

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Early Birds Cafe
Gardens Tearoom
Kinsfolk Coffee

Zoos in The Range

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rockhampton Zoo

Golf Courses in The Range

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rockhampton Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in The Range

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near The Range

10 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
Yeppoon AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in The Range

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 The Range

What is the population of The Range?

The Range has a population of 5,561 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is The Range expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,460, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 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 The Range?

The Range has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.

How is the job market in The Range?

The Range has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $547. There are 528 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in The Range?

The median home value in The Range is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 72.3%.

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