Avoca (Qld)

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According to ABS population updates and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Avoca (Qld) has a population estimated at approximately 5,254 as of May 2026. This represents a 7.0% rise of 342 residents from the 2021 Census, which documented 4,912 people. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 5,240, determined by Districts from the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 158 verified new addresses added since the Census. The suburb of Avoca (Qld) has a density of 858 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages. The 7.0% increase in the suburb of Avoca (Qld) is within 2.1 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (9.1%), indicating competitive growth. Growth in the suburb of Avoca (Qld) was mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 82.0% of the gains.

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Data aggregated by Districts shows Avoca has a balanced workforce across professional and trade roles, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 3.5%, and an estimated job growth of 7.2% over the last year. By March 2026, 2,446 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate sat 0.4% below the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, though workforce participation is notably lower at 57.5% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%. Census data indicates a minor 3.7% of residents worked from home, although this was likely influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Tax statistics from the ATO for financial year 2023 show Avoca residents have a median taxpayer income of $45,688 and an average of $56,455. These figures are below national averages, and compare to a median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates stand at roughly $50,878 for the median and $62,868 for the average. The 2021 Census ranks Avoca's household, family, and personal incomes between the 11th and 14th percentiles nationally. The largest income group contains 30.2% of residents (1,586 people) earning $400 - 799, whereas the metropolitan average is dominated by the $1,500 - range at . Discretionary income remaining after housing costs sits at , which ranks in the th percentile nationally.

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Census data shows the housing stock in Avoca consists of 77.4% houses and 22.6% semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings, compared to Regional Qld's breakdown of 76.4% and 23.6%. Outright home ownership in Avoca is high at 44.7%, with the remaining properties mortgaged (30.6%) or rented (24.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 is lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent is $305 compared to $345 regionally. Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.

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Families comprise 67.1% of households, consisting of 21.5% couples with children, 33.3% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. The remaining 32.9% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 30.2% and group houses making up 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational data shows that tertiary qualification rates are low, with 12.4% of residents holding a university degree compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are held by 9.7% of residents, graduate diplomas by 1.5%, and postgraduate degrees by 1.2%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade certificate, including 8.3% with advanced diplomas and 29.0% with certificates.

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Public transport analysis identifies 10 active bus stops in Avoca, serviced by 6 routes that run a total of 257 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 450 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with 96% of commuters driving to work. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per household, which is below the regional average. Working from home is rare, accounting for only 3.7% of residents in the 2021 Census.

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Health analyses show notable mortality rates and chronic illnesses in Avoca, affecting both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance at roughly 50% of the population (~2,604 people). This is below the 52.5% rate in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity measures are low in Avoca, where 89.1% of the population was born in Australia, 92.6% are citizens, and 96.2% speak only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 56.9% of residents, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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With a median age of 48, the population is older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 cohort represents 13.2% of the population, compared to 9.6% for the 35 - 44 cohort. This older group is significantly larger than the national average of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group increased from 9.5% to 11.0% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group fell from 11.0% to 10.4%. Demographic forecasts for 2041 indicate the 85+ cohort will grow by 41% (138 people) to reach from . Residents aged + account for of total projected growth, while population declines are anticipated for the to and to cohorts.

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Avoca currently has an estimated 267 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 161 children aged 0-2 and 108 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 280 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 460. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.