Pimlico (Qld)

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According to the analysis of recent ABS statistics and address information validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Pimlico (Qld) has a population of approximately 2,562 as of May 2026. This represents a minor increase of 5 residents (0.2%) from the 2,557 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is based on the 2,562 residents estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 7 newly validated addresses since the Census. With this population level, the local density stands at 2,117 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across national locations by Districts. The primary driver of recent population gains in the suburb of Pimlico (Qld) was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 69.0% of the overall growth.

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A skilled labor pool resides in the area, with a strong presence in essential service industries and an unemployment rate of 7.8%, compiled from aggregated statistical data. As of March 2026, working residents count 1,187, while the local unemployment rate sits 3.9% higher than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, highlighting opportunities for labor market improvement. Furthermore, labor force participation is lower at 59.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate that only 4.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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Latest postcode-level ATO data compiled for the 2023 financial year indicates a median taxpayer income of $47,860 and an average of $56,130. These figures trail the national benchmark, contrasting with Regional Qld where the median stands at $53,146 and the average is $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current equivalents are estimated at approximately $53,297 for the median and $62,506 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household incomes place in the 8th percentile, while individual incomes rank higher at the 36th percentile. Income distribution details show that the largest cohort represents 27.6% of residents earning between $400 - 799 weekly (707 residents), differing from the wider region where weekly earnings of - are most common at . Housing costs present a severe burden, leaving only of income disposable, which ranks in the th percentile.

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The residential landscape at the time of the latest Census consisted of 45.1% standalone houses and 54.9% alternative dwellings (such as townhouses, apartments, and other formats), compared to Regional Qld's distribution of 76.4% houses and 23.6% alternative structures. Homeownership rates stood at 18.1%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (23.0%) or renting households (58.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,354 was lower than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $240 compared to $345 across Regional Qld. Nationally, mortgage costs are notably below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels remain well under the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 50.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 17.8%, couples without children at 18.4%, and single-parent households at 13.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 49.2%, with single-person living arrangements representing 43.8% and group households making up 5.2%. The median household size of 2.0 residents is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels fall behind the regional standard, with 22.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for training and qualification growth. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are most common at 17.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical and vocational credentials are well represented, with 37.2% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 27.0%.

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Public transport options include 13 active transit stops within the area, served by a network of buses. These stops accommodate 5 different routes, generating 798 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 159 meters from the closest stop. Being a largely residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles are the dominant mode of travel at 86%, while 4% walk and 4% cycle. Average vehicle ownership is 0.9 per household, which is below the regional average. A relatively low proportion of 4.6% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data that may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic health conditions indicates significant medical challenges across the area. These health concerns impact both younger and older age brackets, while the level of private health insurance coverage is relatively low at approximately 49% of the population (~1,266 people). This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

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The area shows high levels of cultural diversity, with overseas-born residents accounting for 19.4% of the population and 12.9% of households using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.2% of the community. However, the most pronounced religious overrepresentation occurs with Judaism, which represents 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 39 in the suburb of Pimlico (Qld) is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 41, yet sits close to the national average of 38. The age distribution reveals a significant concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 (17.3%), while the 65 - 74 bracket is smaller (8.6%) relative to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group increased from 15.2% to 17.3% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 5.3% to 6.7%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 11.1% to 10.2%. Projecting to 2041, demographic shifts will alter the local age profile. The to group is expected to grow by people () from to whereas the to and to cohorts are forecast to shrink.

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Pimlico currently has an estimated 135 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 81 children aged 0-2 and 55 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 144 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 212. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.