Warana (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Warana had a population of approximately 4,083 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 252 residents (6.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 3,831 residents. This shift is derived from the resident population of 3,980, calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) plus an additional 69 validated new addresses following the Census date. This population level yields a density of 1,393 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national sites analyzed by Districts. The 6.6% growth rate of the suburb of Warana since the census is within 2.6 percentage points of the Rest of Qld (9.2%), indicating competitive growth dynamics. Regional population gains were mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 54.0% of the total increase during recent timeframes.

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The suburb of Warana has a skilled workforce with strong representation in essential service industries, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.8% based on aggregated statistical area figures. As of March 2026, 1,874 local residents are employed. This unemployment rate is 1.1% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 57.9% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates a moderate 14.0% of workers operated from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.

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Compiled tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that taxpayers in the suburb of Warana recorded a median income of $46,441 and an average income of $66,802. These figures are slightly below the national averages and compare to $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated figures would be roughly $51,717 for the median and $74,391 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low, ranking between the 33rd and 36th percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 28.8% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (1,175 residents), which is similar to the wider region where this bracket accounts for . Mortgage and rent pressures are high, leaving only of income disposable, which ranks in the rd percentile, while the SEIFA income index places the area in the th decile.

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Residential dwellings in the suburb of Warana at the last Census consisted of 70.6% standalone houses and 29.4% alternative dwelling types like townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates were higher than the regional average at 35.2%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (31.5%) or rented (33.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was significantly higher than the Regional Qld average at $2,000, and the median weekly rent was $420, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. Compared nationally, local mortgage costs exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of local households at 69.3%, consisting of couples with offspring (29.5%), couples without offspring (25.9%), and single parent households (13.0%). The remaining 30.7% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 26.2% and group shared households representing 4.7%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is identical to the Regional Qld average.

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Attained qualifications in the suburb of Warana are lower than regional averages, with 24.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference suggests opportunities for future academic and skills development. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 17.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational training is common, with 38.9% of those aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 29.0%.

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Analysis of transit facilities shows 8 active stops operating locally, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate 971 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated highly, with residents generally living 226 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary method of transport at 92%, and 3% choosing to cycle. Households average 1.4 motor vehicles. Approximately 14.0% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Based on assessments of mortality data and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, the suburb of Warana faces notable health difficulties, with chronic issues present across most groups and particularly elevated among older residents. Private health insurance rates are slightly above the average SA2 area, covering approximately 54% of the population, or roughly 2,191 residents.

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The suburb of Warana shows lower than average levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 88.0% of the population, 82.4% born in Australia, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 44.9% of residents. Conversely, the most distinct underrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for none of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 42 in the suburb of Warana is comparable to the Regional Qld median of 41 and notably higher than the Australian median of 38. The cohort aged 85 and over is highly over-represented (5.7% locally vs regional levels), while the 25 to 34 age bracket is under-represented (9.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 9.6% to 12.4% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 7.8% to 8.8%. In contrast, the group aged 5 to 14 has shrunk from 13.1% to 11.1%, and the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from to . Projections for indicate significant age distribution shifts in the suburb of Warana, with the + cohort projected to rise by people (), growing from to while the to cohort is forecast to experience minor growth of , adding just residents.

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Warana currently has an estimated 220 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 115 children aged 0-2 and 77 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 24% by 2041 (to approximately 272 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 356. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.