Rasmussen (Qld)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with residential addresses confirmed by Districts after the Census, suggests that Rasmussen has an estimated population of approximately 5,039 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 370 individuals (7.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,669 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 4,972, calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside 235 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population scale translates to a density of 912 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across Districts assessed sectors. The 7.9% expansion in Rasmussen since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (7.1%), positioning it as a regional growth leader. Local population gains were mostly fueled by natural increase, accounting for roughly 64.0% of the overall growth in recent times, though all components including interstate and overseas migration remained positive contributors.

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The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence in essential public services and an unemployment rate of 11.3%, based on statistical data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,995 employed locals, while the unemployment rate was 7.4% higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, highlighting potential for labor market improvement, and the participation rate was notably low at 58.1% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a minimal 3.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Tax data for financial year 2023 from the ATO indicates that Rasmussen taxpayers had a median income of $54,930 and an average income of $61,546. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average figures of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $61,170 for the median and $68,538 for the average. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and individual incomes are modest, sitting between the 30th and 32nd percentiles. Income distribution shows that 35.0% of residents, representing 1,763 people, earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional rate of 31.7%. Housing costs place a substantial burden on local budgets, leaving only of disposable income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the dwelling profile in Rasmussen consisted of 88.9% separate houses and 11.1% other housing types, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Qld where separate houses made up 76.4% and other types made up 23.6%. Home ownership in the area was lower than the regional rate, sitting at 19.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (36.6%) or renting (44.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,343, which is below the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $263, compared to the regional median of $345. Locally, mortgage costs are much lower than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the Australian median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 73.4%, consisting of couples with children at 28.3%, couples without children at 24.9%, and single parent households at 19.1%. The remaining 26.6% are non-family households, with single person households representing 22.3% and group households making up 4.2%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels show some areas of need, with the rate of university qualifications at 11.9%, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.9%, with graduate diplomas at 1.6% and postgraduate credentials at 1.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly common, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 34.0%.

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Analysis of transit options indicates there are 16 active bus stops within Rasmussen. These stops are served by 1 routes, which combine to offer 241 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is favorable, with residents living an average of 376 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the vast majority of working residents travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 cars. A low 3.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Assessments of mortality figures and chronic illness levels by Districts indicate that Rasmussen faces notable public health concerns, with several medical conditions affecting both youth and elderly cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 52% of the population, representing about 2,599 people.

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Rasmussen has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 88.0% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 89.6%, and English-only speakers at home representing 94.5%. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 47.8% of the local population. The most visible statistical difference is in the Other category, which represents 0.7% of the local population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The median age in Rasmussen is 32 years, which is younger than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb has a higher share of residents aged 25 - 34 (17.1%) and a lower share of those aged 65 - 74 (7.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 15.2% to 17.1% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 13.9% and the 45 to 54 group declined from 12.3% to 10.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age structure will change by with the to age group expected to increase by , adding residents to reach a total of while the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease.

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Rasmussen currently has an estimated 418 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 207 children aged 0-2 and 138 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 494 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 497. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.