Maroochydore
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Maroochydore is a lively coastal city on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, boasting stunning beaches, the scenic Maroochy River, and a lively cultural scene. Popular among holidaymakers and locals alike, its easy-going atmosphere blends natural beauty with modern convenience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
20,629
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-26.66°, 153.10°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
88
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,175
Local Cost
$2,040
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
98
English
100
Temperature
21.6°C
Summer Avg
24.9°C
Winter Avg
17.8°C
Record High
34.6°C
Record Low
9.0°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
1293 mm
Internet Speed
64 Mbps
Upload
18 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
68
Coworking
0
Cafes
23
Nightlife
5
Parks
40
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MCY
Distance
7 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 72 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 85/100.