Mirani (Qld)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, combined with residential address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, estimates that the population of the suburb of Mirani stands at approximately 1,955 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 149 residents (8.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,806 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population baseline of 1,941, determined by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, plus an additional 32 validated new addresses identified since the Census. This population level yields a density of 37 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious residential environment. The 8.3% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (6.8%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing the locality as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic growth was natural increase, which accounted for roughly of total gains in recent times, though interstate and overseas migration also contributed positively.

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The suburb of Mirani possesses a balanced labor force split between blue-collar and white-collar roles, with a strong presence of industrial and manufacturing sectors, an unemployment rate sitting at just 2.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.4% over the prior year, according to statistical area aggregations by Districts. In March 2026949 local residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 1.8% lower than the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, while the labor force participation rate remained generally aligned with the Regional Qld figure of 64.3%. Census data indicates a low proportion of residents working from home at 4.7%, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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The latest postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023 indicates that the median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Mirani is $56,520, with an average income of $68,002. These figures align closely with national benchmarks and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Accounting for a 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 suggest a median of roughly $62,941 and an average of $75,727. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Mirani ranked in the 52nd percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income band is the largest, containing 39.7% of the community (776 individuals), which matches the wider region where this same bracket accounts for of residents. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs stands at .

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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Mirani consisted of 94.4% detached houses and 5.5% other dwelling types like semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional Qld where detached houses made up 76.4% and other formats represented 23.6%. The rate of home ownership in the suburb of Mirani was lower than the regional average, sitting at 26.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (45.3%) or renters (28.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,647 was lower than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $325, compared to $345 across Regional Qld. On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Mirani are considerably lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 78.7%, consisting of couples with children at 35.8%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single parents at 14.6%. The remaining 21.3% consists of non-family households, which are divided into single-person households at 18.1% and group shared households at 2.1%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Attainment levels present a challenge for the area, as the proportion of residents with university qualifications (12.9%) is well below the national average of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.2%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate degrees (0.6%). In contrast, vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.6%) and certificates (37.4%).

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Analysis of public transit options indicates there are 2 transit stops operating within the suburb of Mirani, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 routes, which provide a combined total of 20 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 385 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the locality, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 92% and walking accounting for 4%. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A small share of residents work from home, recorded at 4.7% in the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, the suburb of Mirani faces notable health difficulties, with common conditions distributed across the population and showing higher concentrations in older demographics, while the uptake of private health insurance is relatively high, covering roughly 54% of the population (~1,058 people).

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Cultural diversity metrics show the suburb of Mirani is below the national average, with citizens representing 81.7% of the population, Australian-born residents making up 93.3%, and English-only speakers at home accounting for 97.6%. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, adhered to by 50.0% of the population in the suburb of Mirani, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age in the suburb of Mirani is 34 years, which is notably younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Mirani has a larger proportion of toddlers aged 0 - 4 (8.0%) and fewer residents aged 55 - 64 (9.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 7.7% to 9.0%, and those aged 75 to 84 increased from 4.6% to 5.8%, whereas the cohort aged 5 to 14 declined from 17.2% to 14.8%. By demographic shifts will alter the local age profile, led by a increase in the to age bracket (adding people) to reach from while the to group is projected to shrink by residents.

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Mirani currently has an estimated 156 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 81 children aged 0-2 and 54 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 26% by 2041 (to approximately 197 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 243. Birth rates in the area have averaged 13.9 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.