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Westcourt, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Westcourt is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 3,177. Elevation: 951 ft (290 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

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3,177 Population 114/sq mi density
951 ft Elevation 290 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$22,443 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,443 median income, 7.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About Westcourt

Westcourt

Westcourt is a suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Westcourt had a population of 3,841 people.

People

Population3,177
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density114/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$22,443
Per Capita$22,443
Unemployment7.8%

Housing

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Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership38.2%
Housing Units1,271

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Population3,177
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Coordinates-26.8000°, 150.1500°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (621 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,443
Median Age41.0 years

About Westcourt

Westcourt is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 3,177. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet (290 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Westcourt has a population of 3,177 with a density of 114 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,177
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
27.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Westcourt vs Australia Average

The median household income in Westcourt is $22,443, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,443 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $432, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 302 business establishments.

Income: Westcourt vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,443
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,443
Avg Weekly Wage$432

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)302

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Westcourt is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 38.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,271 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, 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

Homeownership38.2%
Owner-Occupied38.2%
Renter-Occupied61.8%
Housing Units1,271

Property Tax

Climate in Westcourt

Westcourt has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 545 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.4°C / 81°F 20.7° / 34.1° 66.0
Feb 26.4°C / 80°F 20° / 32.8° 79.2
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 18° / 31.3° 60.5
Apr 20.7°C / 69°F 13.3° / 28.1° 21.3
May 16°C / 61°F 8° / 23.9° 21.9
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 6° / 20.5° 38.2
Jul 12.4°C / 54°F 4.3° / 20.5° 17.7
Aug 13.8°C / 57°F 5° / 22.7° 31.5
Sep 18.2°C / 65°F 9.9° / 26.6° 30.6
Oct 21.8°C / 71°F 13.8° / 29.7° 41.8
Nov 24.6°C / 76°F 17.1° / 32° 48.2
Dec 26.3°C / 79°F 19.2° / 33.4° 88.2
Westcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area27.9 sq mi (72.2 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates-26.8000°N, 150.1500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.58"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 7, 2005.

Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 130 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in
March 75°F (24°C) 1.8 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.6 in
May 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (14°C) 1.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
November 74°F (24°C) 2.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in

Westcourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 53°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Westcourt

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Westcourt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Miles Historical Village

Libraries in Westcourt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Miles Library0.0

Hotels in Westcourt

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Condamine Bell Hotel

Gas Stations in Westcourt

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Condamine Roadhouse

Airports Near Westcourt

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chinchilla AirportCCLMedium Airport
Aldersyde AirstripSmall Airport
Dulacca AirportSmall Airport
Miles AirportWLESmall Airport
Tara AirportXTRSmall Airport

Post Offices in Westcourt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Condamine LPO

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 Westcourt

What is the population of Westcourt?

Westcourt has a population of 3,177 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 27.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Westcourt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,443, 70% 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 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Westcourt?

Westcourt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.

How is the job market in Westcourt?

The unemployment rate in Westcourt is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $432. There are 302 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Westcourt?

The median home value in Westcourt is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 38.2%.

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