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Wondecla, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Wondecla is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 617. Elevation: 2,972 ft (906 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
617 Population 65/sq mi density
2,972 ft Elevation 906 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,449 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,449 median income, 5.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population617
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density65/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,449
Per Capita$20,449
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership88.6%
Housing Units247

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Population617
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Coordinates-17.4167°, 145.4000°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,449
Median Age52.0 years

About Wondecla

Wondecla is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 617. The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet (906 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Wondecla has a population of 617 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

617
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wondecla vs Australia Average

The median household income in Wondecla is $20,449, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,449 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $393, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Wondecla vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,449
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,449
Avg Weekly Wage$393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wondecla is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 247 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units247

Property Tax

Climate in Wondecla

Wondecla has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Dec (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 988 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29.9° 226.9
Feb 25°C / 77°F 20.7° / 29.3° 278.2
Mar 23.9°C / 75°F 19.6° / 28.2° 171.7
Apr 22.4°C / 72°F 18.1° / 26.7° 31.9
May 20.7°C / 69°F 16.2° / 25.2° 21.4
Jun 18.9°C / 66°F 14.1° / 23.7° 12.3
Jul 18.2°C / 65°F 12.8° / 23.5° 14.0
Aug 19°C / 66°F 13.3° / 24.8° 11.7
Sep 21.1°C / 70°F 14.8° / 27.4° 8.6
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 16.9° / 29.6° 25.0
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 18.3° / 30.4° 58.7
Dec 25.4°C / 78°F 19.9° / 31° 127.6
Wondecla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 91.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above Australia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates-17.4167°N, 145.4000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.5"
141% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 13.31"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 15, 2011.

Mar 15, 2011 30 km NE of Innisfail Estate, Australia M3.6 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nathan (2015).

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Nathan Category 3 291 km
2014 Ita Category 2 153 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 83 km
2009 Hamish Category 2 280 km
2006 Larry Category 4 20 km
1991 Joy Category 2 169 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 53 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 12.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 13.3 in Wettest
March 71°F (22°C) 10.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 1.2 in Coldest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in Warmest

Wondecla has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 58°F in July to 73°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 62.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.3") and September the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Wondecla

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE cairns, talk AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Wondecla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eacham Historical Museum
Herberton Mining Museum
Historic Village Herberton
Hou Wang Temple
Spy & Camera Museum

Libraries in Wondecla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Atherton Library0.0
Herberton Library0.0
Malanda Library0.0
Millaa Millaa Library0.0
Ravenshoe Library0.0
Yungaburra Library0.0

Gas Stations in Wondecla

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wondecla Roadhouse

Breweries in Wondecla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Billycart Brewing Co

Airports Near Wondecla

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cairns International AirportCNSLarge Airport
Mareeba AirportMRGMedium Airport
Atherton AirportSmall Airport
Dimbulah AirportSmall Airport
Dunk Island AirportDKISmall Airport
Glen Ruth AirportSmall Airport
Goshen Station AirportSmall Airport
Gunnawarra AirportSmall Airport
Herberton AirportSmall Airport
Innisfail AirportIFLSmall Airport
Koah AirportSmall Airport
Mont Albion Station AirstripSmall Airport
Mount Garnet AirportSmall Airport
Pinnarendi AirstripSmall Airport
Tully AirportSmall Airport
Yalkulka AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Wondecla

What is the population of Wondecla?

Wondecla has a population of 617 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wondecla expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,449, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wondecla?

Wondecla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.

How is the job market in Wondecla?

The unemployment rate in Wondecla is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $393. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wondecla?

The median home value in Wondecla is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 88.6%.

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