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Toowoomba, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Toowoomba is a large city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 142,163. Elevation: 1,965 ft (599 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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People
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| Population | 142,163 |
| Population Density | 504 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,965 ft (599 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.5606°, 151.9539° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $65,058 |
| Median Age | 37.5 years |
About Toowoomba
Toowoomba is a large city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 142,163. The city sits at an elevation of 1,965 feet (599 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Toowoomba vs Australia Average
Income: Toowoomba vs Australia
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,058 |
| 13% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $65,058 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,251 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,400 |
| 42% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.0% |
| Housing Units | 56,865 |
Property Tax
Climate in Toowoomba
Toowoomba has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,965 ft (599 m) |
| Area | 282.3 sq mi (731.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 504/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.5606°N, 151.9539°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Toowoomba has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Toowoomba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kent Observatory | University | — | Visit → |
| Rural Clinical School | University | — | — |
| TAFE Qld - Toowoomba Campus | College | — | Visit → |
| University of Queensland Boyce Gardens | University | — | — |
| University of Southern Queensland | University | — | Visit → |
| University of Southern Queensland | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Toowoomba
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba East State School | — | — | — | — |
| Toowoomba Flexi School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Name Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Toowoomba North State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Toowoomba
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Toowoomba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Army Flying Museum | ||||
| Cobb & Co Museum | ||||
| DownSteam Toowoomba | ||||
| Main Roads Heritage Centre | ||||
| Murphy's Creek Railway Museum | ||||
| School Museum and Archives |
Libraries in Toowoomba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dent Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highfields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| K Block (Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toowoomba City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UniSQ Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Toowoomba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarlah Markets |
Hotels in Toowoomba
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Toowoomba
20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Toowoomba
18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Toowoomba
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Toowoomba
4 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Toowoomba
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Toowoomba
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Toowoomba
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Toowoomba
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Toowoomba
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Toowoomba
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Toowoomba
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Toowoomba
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Toowoomba
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Toowoomba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Brothers Brewing | ||||
| Bone Idol Brewery | ||||
| Mouse Proof brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Toowoomba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Toowoomba
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport | WTB | Large Airport |
| Oakey Army Aviation Centre | OKY | Medium Airport |
| Aratula Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Argyle Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blenheim Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boonah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cambooya Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clifton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Coominya | — | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dalby Airport | DBY | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ellinthorp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gatton Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| george lees airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Greenmount ALA | — | Small Airport |
| Jimbour Homestead airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lyndley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| McCaffrey Field | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| Millmerran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Walker airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pittsworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toowoomba Airport | TWB | Small Airport |
| Warwick Airport | WAZ | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Toowoomba
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Treatment Centers in Toowoomba
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Way Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Toowoomba
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christian Science Institute | |
| Redeemer Lutheran Church | |
| St James Anglican | |
| St Luke's | |
| St Paul's Lutheran Church Toowoomba | |
| St Stephens | |
| The Salvation Army | |
| Toowoomba Central Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| Toowoomba Christadelphians | |
| Toowoomba City Church |
Explore Near Toowoomba
Quick Facts
Around Toowoomba
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Toowoomba
36 places within 15 km
- • Toowoomba Art Society
- • UniSQ A Block Art Gallery
- • UniSQ B Block Art Gallery
- • Ben Lomond
- • Big Red
- • Camel Hump
- • Glenvale
- • Goat Hill
- + 15 more
- • Bill Gould Lookout
- • Drayton Lookout
- • Flagstone Creek Lookout
- • Lockyer Lookout
- • Lookout
- + 8 more
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Public Holidays in Australia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Toowoomba
What is the population of Toowoomba?
Toowoomba has a population of 142,163 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 504 people per square mile, spread across 282.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.
Is Toowoomba expensive to live in?
The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Toowoomba?
Toowoomba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.
How is the job market in Toowoomba?
Toowoomba has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 147 business establishments in the area, including 41 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Toowoomba?
The median home value in Toowoomba is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.