Yarrabilba (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Yarrabilba has an estimated population of approximately 14,164 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,924 individuals (38.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 10,240 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 13,235 estimated by Districts after analyzing the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and incorporating an extra 920 verified new addresses since the Census date. With these numbers, the population density stands at 1,099 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages across locations evaluated by Districts. The expansion of 38.3% since the 2021 census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the state average, positioning the suburb of Yarrabilba as a regional growth leader. Population increases were mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of total population additions in recent times, though all growth factors, including natural increase and overseas migration, made positive contributions.

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The local workforce exhibits a balanced mix of professional and trade-based occupations, with construction employment showing particularly strong representation. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0%, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 5,638 working residents. The jobless rate is 2.7% higher than the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 4.3%, while workforce participation is slightly lower than the regional standard, sitting at 67.8% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a low 9.0% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns.

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According to compiled ATO figures for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in Yarrabilba earned a median income of $50,488 and an average income of $56,471. These levels fall below the national average and compare to median and average figures of $58,236 and $72,799 across Greater Brisbane, respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $56,223 (median) and $62,886 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively modest, placing between the 40th and 52nd percentiles. The primary income group comprises 42.3% of local taxpayers (5,991 people) who fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which is similar to the broader region where of taxpayers are in this range. Affordability pressures are high, leaving residents with only of their income after housing costs, which ranks in the rd percentile.

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Residential structures in Yarrabilba at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.4% separate houses and 7.6% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses, apartments, or other options, compared to the Brisbane metro split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Homeownership rates were low compared to the Brisbane metropolitan average, sitting at 5.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (32.7%) or renting (61.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 was below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $375, compared to $380 across Greater Brisbane. On a national level, Yarrabilba's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs match the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 82.4%, consisting of couples with children at 38.2%, couples without children at 17.4%, and single-parent homes at 25.6%. Non-family households represent the remaining 17.6%, with single-person households accounting for 14.4% and group shared households making up 3.2%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which exceeds the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment levels in the area show some disparity, with university graduation rates at 12.5%, significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This highlights a clear gap and a potential focus area for local educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 9.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 47.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (35.6%).

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Public transport services include 14 active stops in the area, offering a mix of bus transport. These stops are served by 1 routes, which combine to deliver 123 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 446 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the dominant transit mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A low 9.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 factors.

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Health indicators highlight notable challenges for Yarrabilba, as measured by mortality indices and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, with about 50% of the population (~7,022 people) holding cover. This is below the Greater Brisbane rate of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%.

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The area displays above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 21.0% of the population born outside Australia and 12.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 37.0% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.5% of the population compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 25 years is substantially lower than Greater Brisbane's median of 36 and the national average of 38. Yarrabilba has a higher concentration of children aged 5 - 14 (21.0%) compared to Greater Brisbane, but fewer residents aged 45 - 54 (6.1%). The proportion of 5 - 14 year-olds is also well above the national benchmark of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 14.2% to 16.6% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 12.8% to 14.5%, while the 0 to group declined from to . Demographic projections indicate the age profile will change considerably by led by the to cohort, which is expected to grow by ( people) to reach from .

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Yarrabilba currently has an estimated 1,600 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 797 children aged 0-2 and 532 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 34% by 2041 (to approximately 2,151 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,295. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.8 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.