Gayndah - Mundubbera

Gayndah - Mundubbera has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Gayndah - Mundubbera's population is around 6,759 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 364 people (5.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,395 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,668 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 130 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 0.80 persons per square kilometer, providing ample space per person. Gayndah - Mundubbera's 5.7% growth since the census positions it within 0.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (6.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 97.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of non-metropolitan areas nationally is anticipated, with the area expected to expand by 196 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 1.6% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Gayndah - Mundubbera according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Gayndah - Mundubbera has averaged around 16 new dwelling approvals each year, with 84 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 12 so far in FY-26. With an average of 1.6 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, though recent data shows this has intensified to 5.2 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply. New homes are being built at an average construction cost of $218,000‚—under regional levels—indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. Additionally, $6.6 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, suggesting the area's residential character.

When measured against the Rest of Qld, Gayndah - Mundubbera shows approximately 75% of the construction activity per person while it places among the 41st percentile of areas assessed nationally, meaning somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established dwellings. This level is likewise lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and pointing to possible development constraints. New development consists of 92.0% detached dwellings and 8.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The estimated count of 402 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment.

Future projections show Gayndah - Mundubbera adding 105 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Gayndah - Mundubbera has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 5 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Stony Creek Wind Farm, Paradise Dam Improvement Project (New Dam Wall), Monto-Mount Perry Road progressive sealing, and Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment environment in Gayndah - Mundubbera shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Gayndah - Mundubbera possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.7%, and 9.5% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 3,700 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.3% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Regional Qld's 65.4%. Based on Census responses, a low 12.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area has particular employment specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share of 8.0 times the regional level. On the other hand, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 10.9% of Gayndah - Mundubbera's workforce compared to 16.1% in Regional Qld. While local employment opportunities exist in the area, it appears many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on the count of Census working population to local population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 9.5% while labour force increased by 9.0%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Gayndah - Mundubbera. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Gayndah - Mundubbera's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 4.8% over five years and 11.0% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The Gayndah - Mundubbera SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $37,363 and an average of $45,173 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $41,066 (median) and $49,650 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Gayndah - Mundubbera all fall between the 5th and 9th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 30.2% of the population (2,041 individuals) fall within the $400 - 799 income range, differing from patterns across the surrounding region where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 31.7%. While housing costs are modest with 88.6% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 9th percentile nationally.

Gayndah - Mundubbera is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Gayndah - Mundubbera, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 93.2% houses and 6.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Gayndah - Mundubbera was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 48.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (24.6%) or rented (27.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional Qld average at $1,083, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $215, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Gayndah - Mundubbera's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Gayndah - Mundubbera features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 64.6% of all households, comprising 21.4% couples with children, 33.6% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 35.4%, with lone person households at 31.4% and group households comprising 4.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

Gayndah - Mundubbera faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (12.1%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 39.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificates (30.0%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 2.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Gayndah - Mundubbera is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Gayndah - Mundubbera, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~3,217 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 12.1 and 8.0% of residents, respectively, while 61.2% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 26.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,812 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

Gayndah - Mundubbera ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Gayndah - Mundubbera was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.2% of its population being citizens, 86.3% born in Australia, and 92.3% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Gayndah - Mundubbera is Christianity, which makes up 58.8% of the population. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gayndah - Mundubbera are Australian, comprising 31.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 26.5%, English, comprising 30.1% of the population, and German, comprising 7.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.9% of Gayndah - Mundubbera (vs 3.9% regionally), Korean at 0.3% (vs 0.2%) and Samoan at 0.1% (vs 0.2%).

Gayndah - Mundubbera hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Gayndah - Mundubbera's median age of 47 years stands notably higher than Regional Qld's 41 and considerably older than the national norm of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 75 - 84 cohort is notably over-represented (10.6% locally), while 5 - 14 year-olds are under-represented (9.9%). In the period since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 10.8% to 13.0% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 9.7% to 11.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.0% to 10.9% and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 14.3% to 13.1%. Demographic modeling suggests Gayndah - Mundubbera's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 163 people (79%) from 207 to 371. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 52% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 65 to 74 and 5 to 14 cohorts.