Cooroibah (Qld)

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Based on research into ABS population updates for the surrounding region, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Cooroibah is estimated to have a population of approximately 2,280 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 102 people (4.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,178 people. The variation is calculated using a resident population of 2,271, estimated by Districts after examining the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) along with an additional 11 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 70 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living and potential capacity for future growth. Population gains in the area were largely supported by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 72.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though all growth channels, including overseas arrivals and natural increase, were positive contributors.

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Cooroibah possesses a skilled workforce, with the construction sector showing strong representation, and an unemployment rate of just 1.9%, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,131 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 2.0% below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and labour force participation is slightly below average (60.9% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data indicates that a moderate 19.3% of residents worked from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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The suburb of Cooroibah shows a median taxpayer income of $42,944 and an average of $58,385 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. This is below the national average, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,822 (median) and $65,018 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 44th percentile ($1,639 weekly), while personal income sits at the 21st percentile. Income brackets indicate the predominant cohort spans 32.3% of locals (736 people) in the $1,500 - category, consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only of income remaining, ranking at the th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within Cooroibah, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.7% houses and 1.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Cooroibah was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 43.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (46.9%) or rented (9.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Regional Qld average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $500, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Cooroibah's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 85.0%, consisting of 40.5% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.0%, with single person households representing 12.4% and group homes making up 2.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 people exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The community experiences challenges regarding education, with university qualification levels (18.2%) falling considerably below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical qualifications are highly represented, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (33.5%).

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Health statistics reveal relatively positive outcomes for Cooroibah residents, with Districts analysis of mortality rates and health conditions showing results that align closely with national averages, showing standard occurrences of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts, and the level of private health coverage is relatively low at approximately 50% of the population (~1,147 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%.

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Cooroibah shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 80.7% of its residents born in Australia, 89.1% holding citizenship, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.9% of the local population. However, the most distinct overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 1.8% of the community, compared to 1.1% in Regional Qld.

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The median age of 46 years in Cooroibah is notably higher than both the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Cooroibah has a higher proportion of residents aged 45 - 54 (15.8%) but a lower share of people aged 25 - 34 (6.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.9% to 7.9% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group has risen from 11.3% to 12.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket declined from 14.7% to 13.3%, and the 55 to cohort decreased from to . By Cooroibah is projected to experience clear shifts in its age structure. Leading this demographic change, the to cohort is expected to grow by ( people), increasing from to while the to and to age groups are expected to shrink.

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Cooroibah currently has an estimated 91 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 57 children aged 0-2 and 38 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 110 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 207. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.