The Range (Qld)

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Based on scrutiny of ABS updates for the broader zone, alongside addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of The Range (Qld) has a population calculated at approximately 5,267 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 36 people (0.7%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,231 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 5,265, computed by Districts utilizing the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 5 additional validated new addresses post-Census. Such population levels yield a density of 1,431 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical standard across national locations checked by Districts. In recent times, population gains were almost exclusively driven by overseas migration.

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The local workforce is highly educated with strong representation in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 1.9% according to Districts statistical area data. In March 2026, 2,779 residents were employed. The unemployment rate sits 2.0% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while participation in the labour force is quite close to the Regional Qld rate of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 7.7% of workers operated from home, though pandemic restrictions during that period should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of The Range earn a median income of $62,262 and an average of $80,736. These figures are among the highest nationwide, comparing favorably to the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate a median of $69,335 and an average of $89,908 as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes around the 62nd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows the largest group, representing 30.6% of residents (1,611 people), falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, mirroring the regional trend where 31.7% are in this range. The suburb exhibits clear affluence, with of taxpayers earning more than weekly, which supports upscale retail and service providers. After housing costs, residents retain of their earnings, demonstrating strong disposable income, and the area ranks in the th decile for SEIFA income.

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Residential dwelling types at the time of the latest Census consisted of 87.7% houses and 12.3% other formats such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared with Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and other options comprise 23.6%. Home ownership rates matched Regional Qld at 33.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (38.8%) or rented (27.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $320, compared with Regional Qld figures of $1,655 and $345. On a national scale, mortgage payments are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 69.3%, consisting of 30.7% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 11.4% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 30.7%, with single person homes at 26.6% and shared group households at 4.0%. The median household size is 2.5 residents, which is identical to the Regional Qld average.

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Educational qualifications in the area are high, with 33.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 15.9% in the SA4 region and 17.1% in the SA3 area. This strong academic profile positions locals well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational training is also prominent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (20.9%).

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The locality faces notable health issues based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present across the population, particularly among older age groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with 59% of the population (3,117 people) holding cover, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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Cultural diversity measures are below average, with citizens making up 88.8% of the population, 86.1% of residents born in Australia, and 91.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion at 63.4%, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 37 years is below the Regional Qld average of 41 and close to the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is overrepresented at 18.3% compared to the regional average, while the 65 - 74 age group is underrepresented at 7.9%. This concentration of 15 - 24 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 12.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 16.8% to 18.3% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group has risen from 10.6% to 12.0%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort fell from to . Projections suggest the age mix will change by with the to group expected to grow by , adding residents to reach while the to and to brackets are projected to contract.

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The Range currently has an estimated 247 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 149 children aged 0-2 and 99 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 301 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 570. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.