Kings Beach (Qld)

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According to assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kings Beach has an estimated population of approximately 3,063 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 21 people (0.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,042 residents. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 3,035, estimated by Districts following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with an additional 84 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 4,504 persons per square kilometer, placing the area within the top 10% of national locations analyzed by Districts, highlighting local land as a highly coveted resource. Population expansion in the area was almost exclusively driven by overseas migration, which served as the sole source of population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Kings Beach has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 6.4%, according to Districts aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,468 employed residents, while the unemployment rate is 2.5% higher than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, and participation in the labor force is significantly lower (55.5% versus Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data shows that a moderate 18.4% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be noted.

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Based on Districts' compilation of the most recent postcode level ATO statistics published for the 2023 financial year, the suburb of Kings Beach recorded a median taxpayer income of $52,066 and an average taxpayer income of $66,476. This stands slightly below the national average and compares to figures of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld, respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $57,981 (median) and $74,028 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes are positioned at the 18th percentile, whereas personal incomes rank higher at the 47th percentile. Income data indicates that 28.6% of the population (876 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - range, which is similar to the region where fall into this bracket. Affordability pressures for housing are high, with only of income remaining, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA income rank for the area is in the th decile.

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Dwelling types in the suburb of Kings Beach, recorded at the latest Census, consisted of 5.8% houses and 94.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative homes), compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. At the same time, the home ownership rate in the suburb of Kings Beach stood significantly above the Regional Qld rate at 37.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (16.7%) or rented (46.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $370, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345, respectively. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Kings Beach are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are below the national figure of $375.

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Family households represent the majority at 54.5% of all households, consisting of 8.9% couples with children, 35.9% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 45.5%, with lone person households at 40.1% and group households representing 5.1% of the total. The median household size of 1.8 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification rates (28.0% of residents aged 15+) exceeding both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA3 area average of 23.6%, showing the community's focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational and technical credentials are also highly represented, with 37.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications – consisting of advanced diplomas (12.3%) and certificates (24.8%).

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Public transport analysis identifies 4 active transport stops in the suburb of Kings Beach, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 2 separate routes, facilitating a total of 601 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 234 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 89%, while 4% of commuters walk. Average vehicle ownership stands at 0.8 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A total of 18.4% of residents work from home (based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).

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The suburb of Kings Beach shows positive health statistics, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, with low rates of common health issues in both youth and older demographic segments, and private health coverage slightly exceeding the average SA2 area at approximately 54% of the population (~1,639 people).

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The suburb of Kings Beach is close to the regional average for cultural diversity, with 82.4% of residents holding citizenship, 76.4% born in Australia, and 91.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 51.4% of the population. The most visible overrepresentation is in the Other religious category, which represents 1.3% of local residents, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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With a median age of 52, the suburb of Kings Beach is significantly older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 18.0% compared to Regional Qld, while the 5 - 14 group is less common at 5.3%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is well above the national level of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, younger arrivals have lowered the median age by 1.1 years to 52. Specifically, the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 12.3% to 15.2% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from to , and the to cohort declined from to . Projections for indicate notable demographic shifts for the suburb of Kings Beach, with the to cohort expected to grow the fastest at , adding residents to reach .

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Kings Beach currently has an estimated 79 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 55 children aged 0-2 and 36 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 25% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 62% by 2041 (to approximately 128 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 139. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 4.9 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.