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Yarrabah, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Yarrabah is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,579. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,579 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
92.8 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

Population2,579
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)
Rain92.8 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,579
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-16.9945°, 145.8972°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation92.8 inches (2,358 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Yarrabah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yarrabah receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Yarrabah 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

Yarrabah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 92.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Yarrabah has a population of 2,579. 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

2,579
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Yarrabah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yarrabah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yarrabah 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: Yarrabah 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 Yarrabah, 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: Yarrabah 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

Yarrabah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 92.8 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.8 inches
144% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-16.9945°N, 145.8972°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 16.5 in Wettest
March 78°F (25°C) 15.0 in
April 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in Coldest
July 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in

Yarrabah has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F — from 69°F in June to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (16.5") and July the driest (0.9").

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 Yarrabah

What is the population of Yarrabah?

Yarrabah has a population of 2,579 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Yarrabah expensive to live in?

Yarrabah 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 Yarrabah?

Yarrabah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Yarrabah?

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

How are the schools in Yarrabah?

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

How healthy is Yarrabah?

The obesity rate in Yarrabah 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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