We put Coomera's estimated population at 24,920 as of May 2026 — up 23.2% on the 2021 Census count of 20,225. That makes it the fastest-growing suburb in this comparison set, adding roughly 4,700 residents in five years across a land area of 24.4 square kilometres.
| Key figure | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population (May 2026 est.) | 24,920 | Districts / ABS ERP |
| Population growth since 2021 | +23.2% | Districts / Census 2021 |
| Median age | 29 | Census 2021 |
| Median weekly rent (Census) | $450/wk | Census 2021 |
| DFFH median rent | $767/wk | DFFH Rental Report, Jun 2026 |
| Median monthly mortgage | $2,000 | Census 2021 |
| Detached houses | 73.1% | Census 2021 |
| Apartments | 0.6% | Census 2021 |
| Rented | 54.9% | Census 2021 |
| Transport stops | 63 | GTFS / Districts |
For the full data set, see the Coomera suburb profile.
Population growth is the fastest in this comparison set
Coomera added roughly 4,700 residents between the 2021 Census and mid-2026 — a 23.2% increase that leads all suburbs in this batch. The population density of 1,021 people per square kilometre reflects a suburb still in active development, with 1,449 dwelling approvals over five years (289 per year).
A median age of 29 is the second-youngest in this set after Redbank Plains, reflecting the suburb's appeal to young families and first-home buyers. Nearly 84% of couple households include children.
The housing stock is predominantly detached houses
73.1% of Coomera's dwellings are detached houses, 26.2% are semi-detached, and apartments are negligible at 0.6%. This is a suburb of stand-alone houses and townhouses, built on the greenfield sites that defined the northern Gold Coast corridor.
Despite the house-dominated stock, 54.9% of residents rent. Only 10.1% own outright and 35.1% hold a mortgage. The combination of high house share and high rental share — similar to Redbank Plains — suggests investor-owned housing leased to young families.
What housing actually costs
At the 2021 Census, the median monthly mortgage repayment in Coomera was $2,000, taking 23.9% of household income. Median weekly rent was $450 — above the Rest of Queensland figure of $345.
The DFFH rental bond data for the period ending June 2026 shows a median weekly rent of $767. Mortgage-to-income and rent-to-income ratios of 23.9% and 23.3% respectively sit close to the national average, supported by the suburb's above-average household income of $1,930 per week.
Transport: car-dependent
Coomera has 63 active transport stops served by routes carrying 2,917 weekly trips. Residents live an average of 307 metres from the nearest stop. Vehicle ownership is high at 1.7 cars per dwelling, versus 1.5 in regional Queensland.
Car commuting dominates at 90.5%, with bus and train combined accounting for just 2.2%. The Coomera rail station provides a connection to Brisbane, but the suburb's layout is built around car access.
Education: average attainment
20.6% of Coomera residents aged 15+ hold a university qualification, matching the Rest of Queensland average. The suburb has 6 schools with a combined ICSEA score of 1007, close to the national average of 1001. Notable institutions include St Joseph's College (ICSEA 1040) and Coomera Rivers State School (1006).
Amenities: strong for daily needs
Districts' amenity scoring shows Coomera is well-serviced for shopping centres (score 94, mean distance 853m), fitness centres (94, 1.2km), child care (75, 1.3km), and schools (78, 1.2km). Hospital access is more limited at score 45, 6.2km away — similar to Upper Coomera's pattern.
Who lives in Coomera
Family households dominate at 83.7% — the second-highest in this batch after Upper Coomera — with couple-with-children at 44.2%. Lone-person households are just 11.5%, the lowest in this set. The median household size of 3.1 reflects a young, family-oriented suburb.
Of residents aged 15+, 37% have never been married. Construction (12.3%) and health care (12.2%) are the largest employment sectors, consistent with ongoing development in the corridor.
What the data does not tell you
Districts does not hold a current median house or unit price for Coomera — the suburb profile tracks demographics and housing costs from Census data, not transaction-based valuations. Recent recorded sales are available on the profile page. Where a number is missing here, Districts does not estimate one. Our approach is documented in our methodology.
Coomera suburb FAQ
Is Coomera a good suburb for families?
Coomera is overwhelmingly family-oriented: 83.7% family households, 44% with children, and 73% detached houses. Six schools serve the area. The trade-off is car dependency and limited public transport. The suburb also has high rental share (55%), suggesting many families are tenants rather than owners.
How does Coomera compare to other Gold Coast suburbs?
Coomera is the Gold Coast's fastest-growing suburb, with 23% population growth since the Census. It sits at the northern end of the coast, closer to Brisbane, and offers newer housing stock at the cost of car dependency. For a full comparison, browse all Queensland suburbs.
What is the public transport like in Coomera?
Coomera has a rail station connecting to Brisbane, plus 63 bus stops carrying 2,917 weekly trips. However, car commuting accounts for 90.5% of journeys and vehicle ownership is 1.7 per dwelling. The suburb is built around cars, not transit.
Is Coomera affordable for buyers?
The median monthly mortgage of $2,000 (Census 2021) took 23.9% of household income — close to the national average. With a median household income of $1,930 per week, Coomera offers reasonable affordability, though the highest mortgage repayment in this batch reflects the suburb's newer, larger housing stock.
Compare Coomera against the rest of Queensland on the Queensland suburbs list.