Clermont (Qld)

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Following an examination of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Clermont is calculated to have a population of approximately 3,116 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 164 people (5.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,952 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,114, which Districts calculated using the ABS ERP data release from June 2025 and 6 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density ratio of 0.40 persons per square kilometer, indicating a setting with extensive space for each resident. The suburb of Clermont's 5.6% post-census growth rate is within 2.0 percentage points of the SA4 region (7.6%), showing competitive growth indicators. Population increases in the area were chiefly driven by natural growth, which accounted for roughly 74.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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Clermont has a balanced labor force consisting of both white and blue-collar occupations, with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors. The unemployment rate stands at just 2.1%, and estimated jobs growth reached 4.9% over the past year, according to Districts' compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,761 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than the 3.9% rate for Regional Qld. Workforce participation is significantly elevated at 73.1%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate a low 9.7% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, Clermont has a median taxpayer income of $55,393 and an average of $67,881. These figures are comparable to national averages, whereas Regional Qld shows a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $61,686 for the median and $75,592 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, individual weekly income is at the 74th percentile ($956 weekly), and household income is at the 57th percentile. The largest weekly household income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for 34.2% of households ( residents), which is similar to the wider region where of households fall into this range. Discretionary income remains high, with residents retaining of their earnings after housing costs are met.

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According to the most recent Census, the housing mix in Clermont consisted of 85.8% standalone houses and 14.1% other dwelling structures, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative accommodation. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwelling types. The home ownership rate in Clermont was 31.6%, slightly behind the regional average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (26.0%) or rented (42.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,400 was notably lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $220, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. On a national level, Clermont's mortgage repayments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 67.7%, consisting of couples with children at 29.8%, couples without children at 28.4%, and single-parent households at 8.4%. The remaining 32.3% are non-family households, which consist of lone-person households at 30.1% and group households at 2.4%. The median household size stands at 2.4 residents, which is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment profiles in the area show that 13.6% of residents hold a university qualification, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Within tertiary qualifications, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.0%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.4% and postgraduate degrees at 1.2%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly prevalent, with vocational credentials held by 40.2% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 6.6% and certificates at 33.6%.

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Health indicators reflect positive trends for Clermont residents, with Districts' evaluation of mortality data and medical conditions showing results consistent with national benchmarks. The incidence of common health issues is low across younger and older demographics alike, and private health insurance coverage is relatively high, covering approximately 54% of the population (~1,685 people).

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Clermont exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 87.8% of the population, Australian-born individuals representing 92.9%, and 96.2% of residents speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 65.1% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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Clermont has a median age of 36, which is lower than the Regional Qld figure of 41 and slightly below the Australian average of 38. The 25 to 34 age group is highly represented at 17.0% compared to the regional average, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort is underrepresented at 9.8%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 demographic expanded from 14.4% to 17.0%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age bracket shrank from 15.4% to 13.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 11.4% to 9.9%. Demographic models project that Clermont's age profile will shift by with the to age group expected to grow by people () from to while the to and to demographics are projected to shrink.

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Clermont currently has an estimated 230 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 135 children aged 0-2 and 90 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 248 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 321. Birth rates in the area have averaged 13.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.