Hope Vale

At A Glance

Hope Vale, on Cape York, Queensland, is home to about 1,000 people from thirteen clan groups, primarily speaking Guugu Yimithirr. Located 46km northwest of Cooktown, it’s accessible via a sealed road. Surrounded by tropical bushland, mountains, and coastline, it offers diverse flora and fauna. Elim Beach, within Hope Vale, is known for its Coloured Sands and is a popular fishing and camping spot for both locals and tourists.

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Population

Total Population: 1,004

Percentage of Women (Female): 47.8%

Percentage of Men (Male): 52.2%

Average Age

Median Age in the Region: 29 years (This is significantly lower than the median age for all of Queensland, which is 38 years, indicating a much younger population structure).

Income (Weekly Household)

Lowest Income Brackets: The largest percentage of employed individuals fall within the lowest income quartiles.

Median Weekly Household Income: $827 (The Queensland median is $1,787, highlighting the lower economic profile).

Median Weekly Personal Income: $36,092 Gross Regional Product (GRP) is the total economic output, with individual wages being lower than the state average.

Industry

Local Government Administration: 24.2% (This represents the largest employer, driven by roles within the Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council).

Other Non-Metallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying: 7.0% (This is a key external employer, specifically related to the nearby Cape Flattery silica mine).

Primary Education: 6.2%

Hope Vale

At A Glance

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Population

Average Age

Income (Weekly Household)

Industry

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