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Widgee, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Widgee is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 768. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
768 Population 0/sq mi density
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,562 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$16,562 median income, 6.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population768
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,562
Per Capita$16,562
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership91.0%
Housing Units307

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Population768
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates-26.2173°, 152.4308°
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 Household Income$16,562
Median Age49.0 years

About Widgee

Widgee is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 768. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet (121 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Widgee has a population of 768 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

768
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
3,376.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Widgee vs Australia Average

The median household income in Widgee is $16,562, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,562 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $319, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 73 business establishments.

Income: Widgee vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,562
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,562
Avg Weekly Wage$319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)73

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Widgee is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 91.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 307 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.0%
Owner-Occupied91.0%
Renter-Occupied9.0%
Housing Units307

Property Tax

Climate in Widgee

Widgee has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 31.2° 149.2
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 19.9° / 30.4° 185.8
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 18.4° / 29.1° 123.8
Apr 21°C / 70°F 14.9° / 27.1° 65.2
May 17.8°C / 64°F 11.2° / 24.3° 62.2
Jun 15.3°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.1° 41.0
Jul 14.4°C / 58°F 6.6° / 22.1° 28.8
Aug 15.4°C / 60°F 7° / 23.8° 36.0
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 10.8° / 26.7° 36.6
Oct 21.1°C / 70°F 13.9° / 28.3° 73.9
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.5° / 30.2° 82.7
Dec 24.7°C / 76°F 18.5° / 30.9° 148.9
Widgee 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. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area3,376.2 sq mi (8,744.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2173°N, 152.4308°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 38 km
Feb 21, 2004 47 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.7 107 km
Mar 7, 2005 36 km WNW of Kingaroy, Australia M3.6 99 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 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
February 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
April 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in

Widgee has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 56°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and September the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Widgee

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Widgee State School
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Museums in Widgee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kilkivan Museum
Wood Works Main Building
Woodworks Saw Mill

Libraries in Widgee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gympie Regional Council Library0.0
Imbil Library0.0
Kilkivan Library0.0

Gas Stations in Widgee

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Widgee Store

Airports Near Widgee

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
Kingaroy AirportKGYMedium Airport
Aquila AirfieldSmall Airport
Biggenden AirportSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cooloola Village AirparkSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Gympie AirportGYPSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Murgon AirportSmall Airport
Nanango AirportSmall Airport
Noosa AirportNSVSmall Airport
Rainbow Beach AirportSmall Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)Small Airport
Toby's Gap AirstripSmall Airport
Wondai AirportWDISmall Airport

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 Widgee

What is the population of Widgee?

Widgee has a population of 768 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,376.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Widgee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,562, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Widgee?

Widgee 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.

How is the job market in Widgee?

The unemployment rate in Widgee is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $319. There are 73 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Widgee?

The median home value in Widgee is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 91.0%.

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