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Torquay, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Torquay is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 7,426. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
7,426 Population 26/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$17,508 Median Income
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Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$17,508 median income, 10.3% unemployment
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Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,426
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density26/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$17,508
Per Capita$17,508
Unemployment10.3%

Housing

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Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership60.7%
Housing Units2,970

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population7,426
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-25.2850°, 152.8789°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,508
Median Age55.0 years

About Torquay

Torquay is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 7,426. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Torquay has a population of 7,426 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,426
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Torquay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Torquay is $17,508, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,508 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $337, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 705 business establishments.

Income: Torquay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,508
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,508
Avg Weekly Wage$337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)705

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Torquay is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 60.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,970 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, 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

Homeownership60.7%
Owner-Occupied60.7%
Renter-Occupied39.3%
Housing Units2,970

Property Tax

Climate in Torquay

Torquay has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.3°C), the coldest is Jul (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1057 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.3°C / 79°F 22.2° / 30.4° 140.0
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 22.1° / 30.2° 132.4
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.8° / 29.1° 145.5
Apr 22.5°C / 73°F 17.9° / 27.2° 65.4
May 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.4° 85.6
Jun 17°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.1° 79.5
Jul 16°C / 61°F 10.1° / 21.9° 40.1
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.9° 61.9
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.9° 36.9
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 17° / 26.6° 88.0
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 19.1° / 28.2° 60.9
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.5° 120.8
Torquay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates-25.2850°N, 152.8789°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.48"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jul 29, 2015 128 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.5 136 km
Aug 1, 2015 139 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.4 147 km
Aug 1, 2015 123 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M5.2 133 km
Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 142 km
Aug 14, 2015 133 km ENE of Rainbow Beach, Australia M4.3 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Marcia (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 242 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 212 km
1980 Simon Category 1 199 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
February 79°F (26°C) 7.5 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 5.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
September 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in Driest
October 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in

Torquay has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in June to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.5") and September the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Torquay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sandy Strait State School
Urangan State High School
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Radio Stations near Torquay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Torquay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
Wide Bay Hospitals Museum

Libraries in Torquay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hervey Bay Library0.0

Hotels in Torquay

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allegea
Shelly Bay Resort

Restaurants in Torquay

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aquavue
Coast
Gringo's
Paolo‘s Pizza Bar
Peppers
Santini Pizza E Cucina
Tandoori Taste
Tres Salsas

Cafes in Torquay

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bayaroma
Coffee Corner
Coffee Corner
Eat in the bay cafe

Gas Stations in Torquay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United

Banks in Torquay

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank

Airports Near Torquay

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Childers AirportSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
North Gregory/Elliott FieldSmall Airport
Orchid Beach AirportOKBSmall Airport
Pacific Haven AirportSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Torquay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post office

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Torquay

What is the population of Torquay?

Torquay has a population of 7,426 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Torquay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,508, 77% 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 9.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Torquay?

Torquay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Torquay?

The job market in Torquay faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $337. There are 705 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Torquay?

The median home value in Torquay is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 60.7%.

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