Balonne Shire
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Balonne Shire, located in southwestern Queensland, Australia, encompasses a range of small rural communities set along rivers and striking outback landscapes. The shire is known for its relaxed pace, agricultural heritage, and welcoming local spirit, offering a peaceful getaway off the typical tourist trail.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
—
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-28.28°, 148.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
68
Traffic Safety
73
Food Safety
94
Monthly Cost
$1,840
Local Cost
$1,100
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
68
English
100
Temperature
21.2°C
Summer Avg
28.8°C
Winter Avg
12.7°C
Record High
48.0°C
Record Low
-2.1°C
Humidity
51%
Precipitation
457 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DRN
Distance
34 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 54/100.