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Woodgate, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Woodgate is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,454. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
1,454 Population 5/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$16,190 Median Income
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$16,190 median income, 6.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $873/mo rent

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About Woodgate

Woodgate

Woodgate is a coastal locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Woodgate had a population of 1,521 people.

People

Population1,454
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$16,190
Per Capita$16,190
Unemployment6.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$174,600
Rent$873
Ownership76.6%
Housing Units582

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,454
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-25.1083°, 152.5625°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (667 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,190
Median Age64.0 years

About Woodgate

Woodgate is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,454. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Woodgate has a population of 1,454 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,454
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above Australia avg
287.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Woodgate vs Australia Average

The median household income in Woodgate is $16,190, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,190 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $311, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Woodgate vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,190
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,190
Avg Weekly Wage$311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Woodgate is $174,600, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below the national average of $1,163). 76.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 582 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.6%
Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units582

Property Tax

Woodgate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area287.9 sq mi (745.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-25.1083°N, 152.5625°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.30"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 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 M4.9 145 km
Feb 15, 2015 42 km N of Mundubbera, Australia M4.9 120 km
Aug 13, 2016 111 km ENE of Agnes Water, Australia M4.6 144 km
Jan 16, 2004 27 km SE of Monto, Australia M4.4 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Marcia Category 4 205 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 221 km
1980 Simon Category 2 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 6.2 in
February 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 1.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in

Woodgate has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in June to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Woodgate

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Bundy good times and greatest hits, greatest hits AAC 130 kbps
CherbOURg Radio community, indigenous AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Woodgate

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bundaberg Railway Museum
Burrum and District Museum

Libraries in Woodgate

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bundaberg Library0.0
Burrum Heads Library0.0
Howard Library0.0
Woodgate Beach Library0.0

Hotels in Woodgate

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Woodgate Beach Hotel

Breweries in Woodgate

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
384 North Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Woodgate

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Woodgate

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bundaberg AirportBDBMedium Airport
Hervey Bay AirportHVBMedium Airport
Aquila Airfield-Small Airport
Biggenden Airport-Small Airport
Bully Yard private Airfield-Small Airport
Childers Airport-Small Airport
Maryborough AirportMBHSmall Airport
Monduran Airport-Small Airport
North Gregory/Elliott Field-Small Airport
Pacific Haven Airport-Small Airport
Rainbow Beach Airport-Small Airport
Toby's Gap Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Woodgate

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Woodgate

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health First Bundaberg

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 Woodgate

What is the population of Woodgate?

Woodgate has a population of 1,454 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 287.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 64.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Woodgate expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,190, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,600 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Woodgate?

Woodgate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Woodgate?

The unemployment rate in Woodgate is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $311. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Woodgate?

The median home value in Woodgate is $174,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $873. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.

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