Black River
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Black River is a small, semi-rural community in northern Queensland, Australia, known for its peaceful atmosphere and proximity to the river and nature reserves. Ideal for those seeking tranquility, the city offers outdoor recreation and a friendly local vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
1,493
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-19.23°, 146.62°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
77
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$2,020
Local Cost
$1,277
Local Income
$3,100
Cashless
78
English
100
Temperature
24.9°C
Summer Avg
27.7°C
Winter Avg
21.6°C
Record High
35.9°C
Record Low
13.3°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
838 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TSV
Distance
15 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 2025-12-08.
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 65/100.