Kawungan (Qld)

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According to research on updates to demographics from the ABS and new residential addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kawungan has a population computed at approximately 6,079 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 619 residents (11.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,460 individuals. The calculation relies on a resident population of 6,065, projected by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release, combined with an extra 319 confirmed new addresses registered since the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,074 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages found in other districts examined by Districts. The suburb of Kawungan expanded by 11.3% relative to the 2021 census, surpassing both the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and national figures to rank as a major local growth hub. This demographic expansion was primarily fueled by arrivals from other states, who made up about 67.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Kawungan features a balanced labor force split between office and manual occupations, with a solid footprint in critical public service fields, an unemployment rate of just 3.1%, and a 9.0% estimated rise in employment over the previous year, as aggregated by Districts from local statistical zones. Work numbers for March 2026 place 2,601 local citizens in jobs, with the jobless rate tracking 0.8% below the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld, whereas labor participation is notably lower at 51.2% compared to the 64.3% regional benchmark. According to Census records, a minor 6.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions related to Covid-19.

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According to compiled ATO postcode figures from the financial year 2023 release, taxpayers in the suburb of Kawungan recorded a median income of $42,929 and an average income of $53,973. These numbers are below national standards and compare to regional figures of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Adjusted for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, present valuations would stand at roughly $47,806 for the median and $60,104 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Kawungan between the 6th and 9th percentiles nationally. Income distribution details show that 30.1% of the population (1,829 citizens) earn between $800 and whereas the top bracket for the wider region is the - range at . Affordability challenges are significant, leaving residents with only of their income after housing costs, ranking in the th percentile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 84.4% separate houses and 15.6% alternative housing structures like townhouses, apartments, or other unit types, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates in Kawungan were considerably higher than the regional average, with 46.4% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were either being purchased under a mortgage (29.5%) or rented (24.1%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,408, sitting well below the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rental cost was $340, compared to the regional median of $345. On a national level, mortgage costs in Kawungan are far lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 70.9%, which includes 22.7% couples raising children, 35.5% couples without kids, and 12.3% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 29.1% of homes, with single person dwellings representing 26.4% and shared group households making up 2.7% of the total. The average household size of 2.4 residents sits slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The local area displays low rates of higher education, with university graduation rates at 13.4%, which is far below the national benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear need and opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 9.7%, followed by postgraduate study at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational and practical abilities are highly represented, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ possessing tertiary trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificate qualifications at 30.6%.

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Public transport systems in Kawungan feature 6 operational transit stops consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 1 distinct routes, which provide a total of 30 passenger services each week. Local transit access is classified as moderate, with residents generally living within 477 meters of their nearest stop. Being a mainly residential community, the majority of workers commute outside the area, and cars remain the preferred transit option for 96% of trips. Dwellings average 1.3 motor vehicles, which is below the regional norm. A low 6.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements.

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Kawungan exhibits notable health difficulties based on Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic ailment rates, which impact both younger demographics and aging cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 49% of the population (approximately 2,953 individuals). This compares to a private coverage rate of 52.5% in Regional Qld and a nationwide average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity in Kawungan tracks below national averages, with 82.7% of residents born in Australia, 90.7% holding citizenship, and 94.7% speaking only English in their households. Christianity is the dominant local religion, followed by 53.1% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the regional average of 0.1% for Regional Qld.

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Kawungan has a median age of 50 years, which is older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and significantly higher than the country-wide median of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 bracket (11.8%), while the 25 - 34 cohort is relatively small (9.1%) compared to Regional Qld. The proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 is far higher than the national rate of 6.1%. Data gathered after the 2021 Census indicates that this 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 10.5% to 11.8% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 age group has shrunk from 11.6% to 9.7%. Demographic projections suggest the age profile of Kawungan will change considerably by . The + cohort is expected to grow by residents (), rising from to . Older residents (+) are projected to account for of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend of the suburb. Meanwhile, the numbers of residents in both the to and to age categories are expected to contract.

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Kawungan currently has an estimated 267 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 153 children aged 0-2 and 102 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 26% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 15% by 2041 (to approximately 307 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 426. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.7 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.