Murray (Qld)

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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the broader region and new address files verified by Districts since the Census, Murray's resident count is projected to stand at approximately 1,739 as of May 2026. This indicates an addition of no new residents (0.0%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,739 individuals. The variation is deduced from the local population of 1,739, calculated by Districts following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and address verification after the Census date. This population count yields a density ratio of 144 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per inhabitant and scope for subsequent expansion. Over the previous ten years, Murray has shown stable development trends with a 2.7% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 region. Demographic expansion for the locality was mainly supported by overseas migration, which served as virtually the sole driver of population gains during recent times.

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According to Districts' compilation of the latest postcode level ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the suburb of Murray recorded a median taxpayer income of $86,912, while the average stood at $102,735. This is exceptionally high on a national scale and compares to figures of $53,146 and $66,593 throughout Regional Qld respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, contemporary valuations would be around $96,785 (median) and $114,406 (average) as of March 2026. Census statistics indicate individual earnings place in the 94th percentile nationally ($1,302 weekly), although household income sits lower in the 22nd percentile. Distribution statistics show the biggest cohort consists of 84.6% earning between $800 and $1,499 weekly ( residents), differing from regional patterns where fall in the - bracket. Housing expenditures are manageable with of income retained, though disposable earnings remain below average in the nd percentile.

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Dwelling configuration in Murray, as assessed at the most recent Census, consisted of 100.0% houses and no other dwellings, compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership in Murray was below that of Regional Qld, at none of the homes, with all remaining residences being rented (100.0%) and none being mortgaged. The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was far below the Regional Qld average at no monthly cost, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $107, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Murray's mortgage costs are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national average of $375.

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Family households account for none of the homes, which consists of no couples with children, no couples without children, and no single parent families. Non-family households represent the entire 100.0% of residences, with single person households making up 100.0% and group households accounting for none of the total. The median household size of 1.0 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The locality experiences educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (15.6%) tracking well below the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights both a challenge and an opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest cohort at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate credentials (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Vocational and technical training are highly represented, with 59.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (49.5%).

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Health statistics demonstrate significant difficulties confronting Murray, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality patterns and chronic illness prevalence, with occurrences of common conditions visible in both younger and older cohorts, and the rate of private health insurance found to be exceptionally high at roughly 68% of the total population (1,180 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

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Murray displays below average measures of cultural diversity, with 40.0% of its population holding citizenship, 89.2% born in Australia, and 92.4% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion in Murray is Christianity, accounting for 35.0% of local inhabitants. However, the most notable overrepresentation is found in Other, which accounts for 1.3% of the community, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The 22-year median age in Murray is substantially below Regional Qld's average of 41 and considerably younger than the Australian median of 38. Relative to Regional Qld, the 15 - 24 age bracket is heavily over-represented (70.7% locally), whereas 55 - 64 year-olds represent none of the population. This 15 - 24 concentration is far above the national level of 12.7%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 23.4% to 25.5% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has fallen from 1.6% to none of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort dropped from to . Projecting to demographic models indicate major changes in Murray's age distribution. The to bracket shows the strongest anticipated growth at , adding residents to reach . By contrast, the to cohort is projected to decrease by residents.

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Population data for children under 5 is currently unavailable for Murray. Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 142. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally).