Pine Mountain (Qld)

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Drawing on ABS population revisions for the surrounding region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Pine Mountain (Qld) is estimated to be approximately 1,737 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 42 people (2.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,695 people. The adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 1,735, estimated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release combined with 14 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population size results in a density of 44 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment. Natural growth was the primary driver of demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 56% of all population gains during the recent timeframe.

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Pine Mountain features a skilled workforce with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 11.2% over the last year, according to Districts' compilation of regional statistics. As of March 2026, 1,096 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.8% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, and workforce participation levels are elevated at 77.9% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census records indicate a moderate 13.9% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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According to Districts' aggregation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Pine Mountain had a median income of $63,227 and an average income of $72,159. These figures exceed the national average and compare to $58,236 (median) and $72,799 (average) across Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $70,410 for the median and $80,356 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and personal incomes in Pine Mountain rank highly, placing between the 77th and 92nd percentiles nationally. The income distribution is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, containing of residents ( people), similar to the wider metropolitan area where fall into this range. Affluence is notable, with earning above per week, which supports premium local retail and services. Following housing expenses, residents retain of their income, indicating high disposable income, and the area's SEIFA ranking sits in the th decile.

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Residential structures in Pine Mountain at the time of the latest Census consisted of 100.0% houses and no other dwellings, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Pine Mountain was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 34.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (59.6%) or rented (6.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was recorded at $2,100, which is higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the metropolitan average of $380. Nationally, mortgage payments in Pine Mountain are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families comprise the vast majority of households at 89.0%, consisting of couples with children at 49.8%, couples without children at 30.9%, and single-parent households at 7.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 11.0%, which includes single-person households at 9.4% and group shared homes at 1.8%. The median household size of 3.1 people exceeds the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment in Pine Mountain sits below regional levels, with 21.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This difference points to potential opportunities for educational expansion. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (31.9%).

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Public transport analysis identifies 2 active stops in Pine Mountain, providing access to bus services. These stops are served by 1 separate routes, which combine to offer 16 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 1414 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, most commuters travel outside the suburb, with private cars representing the main mode of travel for 95% of workers. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.4 cars, exceeding the regional average. A total of 13.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.

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Pine Mountain faces notable public health issues, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions widely distributed, particularly among senior cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 56% of the population (~969 people).

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Cultural diversity in Pine Mountain is lower than average, with 89.8% of residents born in Australia, 95.3% holding citizenship, and 97.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, accounting for 59.1% of the population, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 43 years in Pine Mountain is higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and the national figure of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age bracket is well represented at 18.8%, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 5.3%. The concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 is higher than the national share of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 7.7% to 10.3% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket grew from 3.3% to 5.3%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group contracted from to , and the to cohort fell from to . Projections for point to demographic changes, led by a growth in the + cohort (adding people) to reach from a base of . The combined + age categories are expected to account for of overall population growth, illustrating the aging profile of the area. By contrast, the to and to demographics are projected to contract.

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Pine Mountain currently has an estimated 78 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 60 children aged 0-2 and 40 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 18% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 68 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 178. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.