Kingaroy (Qld)

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According to ABS population releases for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kingaroy has an estimated population of approximately 10,763 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 497 people (4.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,266 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 10,761, calculated by Districts using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) plus an additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population level translates to a density ratio of 157 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial room per individual and capacity for future housing expansion. The 4.8% growth rate in the suburb of Kingaroy since the census is within 1.8 percentage points of the SA3 area (6.6%), showing competitive growth indicators. Local population gains were primarily driven by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 45.0% of overall increases in recent times, though all indicators, including natural increase and interstate migration, made positive contributions.

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Kingaroy maintains a balanced labor market featuring a mix of white and blue collar jobs, with a solid representation of essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 4.0%, and an estimated job growth of 8.2% over the previous year, according to Districts' compiled statistical area statistics. As of March 2026, 5,510 residents are employed, matching Regional Qld's unemployment rate of 3.9%, and showing a workforce participation rate that is close to Regional Qld's 64.3%. Census data indicates a low 4.4% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.

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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Kingaroy are below the national average based on combined ATO figures compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year. The median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Kingaroy is $44,208, and the average income is $52,518, compared to Regional Qld figures of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $49,230 (median) and $58,484 (average) as of March 2026. Based on the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Kingaroy all sit between the 16th and 21st percentiles nationally. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 28.7% of residents ( people), which is similar to the wider region where fall into this bracket. Once housing expenses are paid, of income remains, though this sits at only the th percentile nationwide.

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The mix of housing in Kingaroy at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.0% stand-alone houses and 13.9% other options (such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's breakdown of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Home ownership rates in Kingaroy matched Regional Qld at 33.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (28.6%) or rented (38.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,200, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $260, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345 respectively. Nationwide, mortgage payments in Kingaroy are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national average of $375.

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Family households make up the majority at 65.4% of all households, consisting of 22.9% couples with children, 27.4% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 34.6%, with single-person households representing 30.5% and group households making up 4.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The locality displays low rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (14.5%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 39.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificate courses (30.6%).

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Health indicators show notable difficulties for Kingaroy, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illness across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a very low rate of private health insurance held by roughly 48% of the population (~5,168 people). This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

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Kingaroy exhibits lower levels of multicultural representation, with citizens making up 88.5% of the population, 88.4% born in Australia, and 94.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion in Kingaroy, representing 54.3% of the community, compared to 52.2% in Regional Qld.

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The median age of 38 years in Kingaroy is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41, while matching the national median of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 15.0% compared to Regional Qld, whereas the 45 - 54 cohort is less common at 10.0%. Post-2021 Census figures show that the 25 to 34 age group increased from 13.6% to 15.0% of the population, while the 5 to 14 group fell from 13.5% to 12.1%. Long-term forecasts for 2041 project significant shifts in Kingaroy's demographics. Leading this change, the 25 to 34 cohort is expected to increase by 25% ( people), growing from to . In contrast, the to group is projected to shrink by people.

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Kingaroy currently has an estimated 731 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 430 children aged 0-2 and 287 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 10% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 889 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,032. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.5 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.