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Winston, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Winston is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,125. Elevation: 1,158 ft (353 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,125 Population 4/sq mi density
1,158 ft Elevation 353 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
28.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$40,222 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$40,222 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$147,000 home value, $735/mo rent

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About Winston

Winston is a suburb of the town of Mount Isa in the City of Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Winston had a population of 1,084 people.

People

Population1,125
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$40,222
Per Capita$40,222
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,000
Rent$735
Ownership44.4%
Housing Units450

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Population1,125
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Coordinates-20.7037°, 139.4991°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$40,222
Median Age33.0 years

About Winston

Winston is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,125. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet (353 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Winston has a population of 1,125 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,125
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
297.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Winston vs Australia Average

The median household income in Winston is $40,222, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,222. The average weekly wage is $774, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments.

Income: Winston vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$40,222
46% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$40,222
Avg Weekly Wage$774

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Winston is $147,000, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 44.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 450 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,000
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership44.4%
Owner-Occupied44.4%
Renter-Occupied55.6%
Housing Units450

Property Tax

Climate in Winston

Winston has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Dec (30.4°C), the coldest is Jul (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 488 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 30°C / 86°F 23.6° / 36.5° 126.6
Feb 29.4°C / 85°F 23° / 35.8° 111.9
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 21.9° / 34.7° 66.5
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 18.5° / 32.6° 10.9
May 20.8°C / 69°F 13.4° / 28.2° 7.3
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 10.1° / 25.4° 8.8
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 8.8° / 25.5° 2.9
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 9.8° / 27.8° 2.5
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 14.1° / 32.3° 4.8
Oct 27°C / 81°F 18.5° / 35.4° 15.9
Nov 29.2°C / 85°F 21.3° / 37° 45.9
Dec 30.4°C / 87°F 23.2° / 37.6° 84.1
Winston has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Area297.9 sq mi (771.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-20.7037°N, 139.4991°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
25% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 85°F (29°C) 3.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.9 in
November 84°F (29°C) 1.6 in
December 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in Warmest

Winston has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in June to 86°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Winston

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC 106.5MHz FM Mount Isa QLD Northwest Queensland Local Radio contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps

Libraries in Winston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Isa City Library0.0

Monuments in Winston

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TARDIS

Bus Stations in Winston

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mount Isa Coaches

Airports Near Winston

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Isa AirportISAMedium Airport
Bushy Park Airport-Small Airport
Calton Hills Airport-Small Airport
Corella park Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Devoncourt Airport-Small Airport
Duchess airstrip-Small Airport
Kajabbi Airport-Small Airport
May Downs Station-Small 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 Winston

What is the population of Winston?

Winston has a population of 1,125 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 297.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Winston expensive to live in?

The median household income is $40,222, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $147,000 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Winston?

Winston has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.

How is the job market in Winston?

Winston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $774. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Winston?

The median home value in Winston is $147,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $735. The homeownership rate is 44.4%.

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