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Wongaling Beach, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wongaling Beach is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,691. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,691 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
105.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population1,691
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain105.2 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,691
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-17.9133°, 146.0961°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation105.2 inches (2,672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wongaling Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wongaling Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Wongaling Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wongaling Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 105.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wongaling Beach has a population of 1,691. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,691
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Wongaling Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wongaling Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wongaling Beach is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Wongaling Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Wongaling Beach, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Wongaling Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Wongaling Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 105.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall105.2 inches
177% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-17.9133°N, 146.0961°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 15.4 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 19.4 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 18.9 in
April 76°F (25°C) 15.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 8.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in

Wongaling Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 67°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 105.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (19.4") and September the driest (2.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wongaling Beach

What is the population of Wongaling Beach?

Wongaling Beach has a population of 1,691 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Wongaling Beach expensive to live in?

Wongaling Beach is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Wongaling Beach?

Wongaling Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wongaling Beach?

Wongaling Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Wongaling Beach?

35.0% of adults in Wongaling Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Wongaling Beach?

The obesity rate in Wongaling Beach is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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