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Tully, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Tully is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,431. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,431 Population 1,286/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
140.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$24,573 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,573 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Tully

Tully

Tully is a rural town and locality in the Cassowary Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. It is adjacent to the Bruce Highway, approximately 140 kilometres (87 mi) south of Cairns by road and 210 kilometres (130 mi) north of Townsville. Tully is perhaps best known for being one of the wettest towns in Australia, and home to the 7.9 m tall Golden Gumboot.

People

Population2,431
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,286/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,573
Per Capita$24,573
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership58.7%
Housing Units972

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain140.9 in/yr
Sunny Days144/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population2,431
Population Density1,286 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates-17.9326°, 145.9228°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation140.9 inches (3,580 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,573
Median Age38.0 years

About Tully

Tully is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,431. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 140.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Tully has a population of 2,431 with a density of 1,286 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,431
Total Population
1,286
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below Australia avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tully vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tully is $24,573, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,573 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $473, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 231 business establishments.

Income: Tully vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,573
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,573
Avg Weekly Wage$473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tully is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 972 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership58.7%
Owner-Occupied58.7%
Renter-Occupied41.3%
Housing Units972

Property Tax

Tully has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 140.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days144 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density1,286/sq mi
Coordinates-17.9326°N, 145.9228°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 140.9"
271% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 25.00"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 15, 2011.

Aug 11, 2003 65 km ENE of Palm Island, Australia M4.8 138 km
Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ita (2014).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Ita Category 1 226 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 9 km
2009 Hamish Category 3 260 km
2006 Larry Category 4 50 km
1998 Katrina Category 1 299 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 295 km
1991 Joy Category 2 166 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 244 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 28 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 17.6 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 25.0 in Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 23.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 19.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 12.8 in
June 67°F (20°C) 7.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 5.1 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
November 78°F (25°C) 7.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 9.1 in

Tully has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 141.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (25.0") and September the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Tully

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Clares Catholic Primary School
Tully State High School
Feluga State School
Tully State School
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Radio Stations near Tully

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Tully

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dorothy Jones Library0.0
Wongaling Beach Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tully

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mission Beach Market

Hotels in Tully

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Tully
Mount Tyson Hotel

Restaurants in Tully

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plantations Restaurant and Bar

Cafes in Tully

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Memphis
Cassowary Blooms
Loaded Cafe
Mrs Bs Cafe
Ripe Harvest Cafe
Sage & Co

Dentists in Tully

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agape Family Dental

Veterinaries in Tully

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tropical Vets

Train Stations in Tully

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tully

Bus Stations in Tully

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banyan Park Transit Centre

Gas Stations in Tully

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
IOR
Marano's Fuel
Mobil

Banks in Tully

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
NAB
Westpac

Gyms in Tully

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fusion Fitness
Trace Your Fitness

Golf Courses in Tully

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tully Golf and Country Club

Airports Near Tully

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dallachy(Cardwell) AerodromeSmall Airport
Dunk Island AirportDKISmall Airport
Glen Ruth AirportSmall Airport
Goshen Station AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Ingham AirportIGHSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Tully AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tully

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Tully

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cassowary Coast Physiotherapy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tully

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovas Witness
St. Clares
St. John's Anglican Church of Australia
Tully Family Church
Tully Seventh Day Adventist Church
Tully Uniting Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Tully

What is the population of Tully?

Tully has a population of 2,431 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,286 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Tully expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,573, 67% 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 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tully?

Tully has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.9 inches.

How is the job market in Tully?

Tully has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $473. There are 231 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tully?

The median home value in Tully is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 58.7%.

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