Worongary (Qld)

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According to the latest demographic evaluations of broader statistical data from the ABS, combined with recent address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Worongary has an estimated population of 6,654 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 633 residents (10.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 6,021 individuals. This trend is calculated from a local population of 6,616, projected by Districts using the ABS estimated resident population statistics from June 2025 alongside 415 validated new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 475 persons per square kilometer, leaving substantial space per resident and opening possibilities for future expansion. The growth rate of 10.5% in the suburb of Worongary since the 2021 census outpaced the wider SA3 area (6.6%) and the Rest of Qld, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. The upward population shift was driven majorly by international arrivals, who made up roughly 54.0% of the total demographic additions in recent times, though interstate moves and natural population increases also registered positive contributions.

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The workforce in the suburb of Worongary is highly skilled, featuring a strong presence in the construction sector, an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, and a 4.2% rise in local employment over the past year according to aggregated regional statistics compiled by Districts. Jobholders numbered 3,786 as of March 2026, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.1% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%. Labor force participation is exceptionally high at 71.9%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates a moderate 15.0% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of pandemic lockdowns during that period should be taken into account.

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Aggregated Australian Taxation Office postcode records from the 2023 financial year show that taxpayers in the suburb of Worongary earned a median income of $52,481 and an average income of $69,682. These figures sit slightly above the national baseline, comparing to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 throughout Regional Qld. Applying the Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% recorded since the 2023 financial year, current local estimates as of March 2026 stand at roughly $58,443 for median earnings and $77,598 for average earnings. According to the 2021 Census, weekly household income ranks in the 75th percentile ($2,160), whereas individual income places in the 49th percentile. Around 36.3% of the local population (2,415 people) earn between and which is comparable to the registered in this bracket across the region. Residential costs account for of household income, yet solid earnings keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income index sits in the th decile.

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Residential options in the suburb of Worongary at the time of the latest Census consisted of 98.4% standalone houses and 1.6% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, units, and other housing formats, compared to Regional Qld where standalone homes made up 76.4% and alternative dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Worongary was slightly below the regional benchmark at 30.9%, with mortgaged properties making up 55.7% and rented homes accounting for 13.4%. Typical monthly mortgage payments in the area stood at $2,153, which is well above the Regional Qld average of $1,655. The typical weekly rent of $450 also exceeded the regional average of $345. On a national level, home loan repayments in the suburb of Worongary are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national figure of $375.

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Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 85.7%, which includes couples with children at 45.3%, couples without children at 26.7%, and single parent households at 13.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.3%, with lone person households representing 11.4% and group households comprising 2.9%. The typical household size is 3.1 residents, which is larger than the regional average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels present opportunities for improvement, as university graduation rates stand at 20.2%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 30.4%. This gap highlights a clear avenue for targeted education programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Practical and vocational skills are highly prevalent, with 43.2% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificate level credentials at 30.7%.

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There are 16 active public transport stops in the suburb of Worongary, consisting of local bus services. These stops are served by 3 distinct routes, which accommodate 196 passenger trips weekly. Transport accessibility is considered limited, with residents living an average of 676 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the district, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode for 95% of workers. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.2 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A total of 15.0% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Health metrics in the suburb of Worongary are favorable, with Districts evaluations showing low mortality rates and a low prevalence of common chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 55% of residents (~3,647 people) holding cover, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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The suburb of Worongary displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 77.4% of residents born in Australia, 87.1% holding citizenship, and 93.4% speaking only English in their homes. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 49.2% of the population. However, the most distinct religious deviation is in Judaism, which represents 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 39 in the suburb of Worongary is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41, though it aligns closely with the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of individuals aged 15 to 24 (14.5%), while the cohort aged 75 to 84 is relatively small (4.5%) compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has expanded from 10.1% to 11.3% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 13.3% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort dropped from 13.5% to 12.5%. Looking forward to demographic forecasts suggest notable changes in the age profile, with the to age bracket projected to grow substantially, adding people () to increase from to .

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Worongary currently has an estimated 359 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 202 children aged 0-2 and 135 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 3% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 36% by 2041 (to approximately 490 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 696. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.1 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.