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Veteran, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Veteran is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 869. Elevation: 289 ft (88 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
869 Population
289 ft Elevation 88 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population869
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population869
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Coordinates-26.1590°, 152.6898°
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 Age37.5 years

Is Veteran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Veteran receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Veteran offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Veteran enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 338 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Veteran has a population of 869. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

869
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Veteran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Veteran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Veteran is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Veteran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Veteran, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Veteran vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Veteran 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Coordinates-26.1590°N, 152.6898°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.6 in
February 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in Warmest, Wettest
March 74°F (24°C) 5.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in Driest
October 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in

Veteran has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 56°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.7") and September the driest (1.6").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Veteran

What is the population of Veteran?

Veteran has a population of 869 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Veteran expensive to live in?

Veteran is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Veteran?

Veteran 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Veteran?

Veteran has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Veteran?

35.0% of adults in Veteran hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Veteran?

The obesity rate in Veteran is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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