Gympie (Qld)

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Drawing from ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, Gympie has an estimated population of 11,946 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 591 individuals (5.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 11,355 residents. This adjustment is based on a resident population of 11,920 calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 287 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 754 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical figures recorded in Districts assessments. Interstate migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 60.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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Gympie features a workforce that includes both white collar and blue collar roles, with essential services being well represented, an unemployment rate of 6.1%, and an estimated employment growth of 9.3% over the past year according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 5,189 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.2% above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation lags significantly (56.0% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Based on Census responses, a low 6.0% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released by Districts for the financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of Gympie earn a median income of $40,971, with an average income of $49,605. This represents a below-average level nationally, compared 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, these figures would equate to roughly $45,625 (median) and $55,240 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places Gympie's household, family, and individual incomes between the 4th and 7th percentiles nationwide. The data shows that 31.6% of the local population (3,774 individuals) fall into the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket, contrasting with the broader region where of residents earn between - . Housing cost pressures are highly pronounced, with only of income left after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile.

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At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of home types in Gympie stood at 85.0% houses and 14.9% other options (including townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Gympie matched Regional Qld at 33.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (27.8%) or renters (38.6%). The median monthly home loan repayment of $1,200 was notably lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $295, compared to Regional Qld figures of $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Gympie's mortgage costs are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are significantly below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 61.5%, which includes 19.5% couples with children, 23.7% couples without children, and 17.2% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 38.5%, consisting of single person households at 34.7% and group homes at 3.9%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The locality presents educational disparities, with university degree attainment rates (12.5%) falling well below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for focused local educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent 9.0% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Practical and technical skills are highly represented, with 41.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificate level credentials (32.2%).

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Analysis of local transit systems shows 78 active passenger stops operating in Gympie, comprising various bus services. These locations are connected by 9 distinct routes, which combine to offer 191 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is favorable, with residents generally living within 278 meters of a stop. Due to the area's residential nature, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles serving as the primary choice for 92% of trips. Car ownership stands at 1.1 vehicles per household, which is lower than the regional benchmark. A relatively low proportion of residents (6.0%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.

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Significant medical concerns are present throughout Gympie, based on Districts' analysis of mortality trends and chronic illness rates that impact both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance, which covers approximately 47% of residents (~5,597 people). This is below the 52.5% recorded in Regional Qld and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Gympie exhibits lower levels of multicultural representation than typical, with citizens accounting for 90.4% of residents, 88.5% born in Australia, and 96.0% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 47.4% of the population. The most visible statistical divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 0.8% of residents, matching the 0.8% average for Regional Qld.

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The median age of 42 years in Gympie is comparable to the Regional Qld average of 41 and sits above the national median age of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the area has an over-representation of residents aged 85+ (3.9%), while the 45 - 54 age bracket is under-represented (10.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 10.8% to 12.1% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 11.5% to 10.5%. Demographic projections for 2041 show notable shifts ahead for Gympie, with the 25 to 34 age range projected to grow by 324 people (22%) from to while the to and to brackets are projected to decline.

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Gympie currently has an estimated 716 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 409 children aged 0-2 and 273 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 15% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 830 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,175. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.3 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.