Mackenzie (Qld)

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Demographic analysis by Districts utilizing ABS data and verified addresses indicates the suburb of Mackenzie (Brisbane - Qld) has a resident count of approximately 2,300 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 36 people (1.5%) from the 2,336 people recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated estimate is derived from a resident figure of 2,230 calculated from the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with 70 validated new addresses identified post-Census. The suburb's density stands at 756 persons per square kilometer, matching typical benchmarks observed by Districts. In recent times, population expansion was chiefly supported by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 55% of all gains, though overseas arrivals and natural increase also made positive contributions.

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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education and strong representation in key service sectors, with an unemployment rate of only 0.8% according to Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 1,243 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 3.5% below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%. Labor participation is steady at 74.5% compared to the regional benchmark of 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a moderate portion of the workforce, 21.6%, worked from home, though this data is subject to the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Mackenzie (Brisbane - Qld) earn a median income of $62,588, with the average income recorded at $85,827. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale, comparing to a Greater Brisbane median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting these numbers by the Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $69,698 for the median and $95,577 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes for the suburb ranked between the 85th and 96th percentiles across the nation. The largest income bracket is represented by 30.7% of taxpayers (706 residents) who earn between - weekly, which is similar to the wider metropolitan share of . High earners making over /week comprise of the population, showing substantial financial capacity. After meeting housing costs, residents retain of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the suburb ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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According to the last Census, residential dwellings in Mackenzie consisted of 89.7% standalone houses and 10.3% other types of housing including townhouses and apartments, compared to a metro Brisbane split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The home ownership rate was comparable to the metropolitan average at 27.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (57.7%) or rented (14.4%). The median mortgage payment of $2,192 per month was significantly higher than the Brisbane metro median of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $500 compared to the regional figure of $380. Locally, mortgage obligations are well above the national median of $1,863, and rental costs are also considerably higher than the Australian median of $375.

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Families comprise 92.1% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 60.0%, couples without children at 22.7%, and single parent households at 8.6%. The remaining 7.9% of the household mix consists of non-family arrangements, with single person households representing 6.7% and group housing making up 1.1%. The median household size of 3.3 persons exceeds the metropolitan Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Residents of Mackenzie display high levels of educational attainment relative to regional and national averages, with 42.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% throughout QLD and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 27.8%, with postgraduate degrees held by 10.4% and graduate diplomas by 3.8% of the population. Vocational education is also well represented, with 26.6% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade or technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (15.9%).

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Public transport networks include 7 bus stops within the locality, which are serviced by 6 separate routes that support 344 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 252 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, commuting is mostly outward-focused, with cars being the main transport mode for 88% of commuters and buses used by 10%. Average vehicle ownership is 2.0 per dwelling, exceeding regional averages. The 2021 Census recorded 21.6% of residents working from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators show excellent outcomes across the community, based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates, which reveal very low rates of common health conditions across every age cohort. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 61% of the local population (1,407 people), compared to regional and national averages of 55.8% for Greater Brisbane and 55.7% for the country.

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The local population displays a high level of cultural diversity, with 37.0% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 40.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 55.8% of the community. Hinduism is notably represented, making up 5.1% of local residents compared to a Greater Brisbane average of 2.2%.

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The median age of residents is 36 years, matching the Greater Brisbane median and standing slightly below the Australian average of 38. The 45 - 54 age group is highly represented at 21.4% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is small at 2.9%. The concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 is significantly higher than the national share of 12.0%. Since 2021, the 5 to 14 age bracket has expanded from 18.3% to 21.4%, and the 45 to 54 cohort rose from 18.3% to 21.4%. During the same timeframe, the 25 to 34 age bracket declined from to and the to group decreased from to . By demographic forecasts project major changes, with the to cohort set to grow by people () from to while the to and to age cohorts are expected to decrease.

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Mackenzie currently has an estimated 69 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 80 children aged 0-2 and 54 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 39% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 73 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 319. Birth rates in the area have averaged 11.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally).