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Whitsundays, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Whitsundays is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,481. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 4,481 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.1194°, 148.9133° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.0 inches (1,600 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $31,840 |
| Median Age | 29.0 years |
About Whitsundays
Whitsundays is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,481. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet (192 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Whitsundays vs Australia Average
Income: Whitsundays vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $31,840 |
| 58% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,840 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $612 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 426 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,600 |
| 29% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,003 |
| 14% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 33.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Housing Units | 1,792 |
Property Tax
Climate in Whitsundays
Whitsundays has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.4°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1625 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.1194°N, 148.9133°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in |
Whitsundays has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 65°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.3") and September the driest (1.0").
Schools in Whitsundays
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayman Island State School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Whitsundays
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island FM Whitsundays 88.0MHz Airlie Beach Central Queensland | classic hits, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Whitsundays
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannonvale Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Whitsundays
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whitsundays
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Whitsundays
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Island Airport | HTI | Medium Airport |
| Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport | PPP | Medium Airport |
| Bowen Airport | ZBO | Small Airport |
| Brampton Island Airport | BMP | Small Airport |
| cape cloucester airstrip 300m length | — | Small Airport |
| Hideaway Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lakeside Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lindeman Island Airport | LDC | Small Airport |
| Midge Point | — | Small Airport |
| Shute Harbour/Whitsunday Airport | WSY | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Whitsundays?
Whitsundays has a population of 4,481 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Whitsundays expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,840, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,600 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Whitsundays?
Whitsundays has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches.
How is the job market in Whitsundays?
The job market in Whitsundays is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $612. There are 426 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Whitsundays?
The median home value in Whitsundays is $200,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,003. The homeownership rate is 33.6%.