Monto - Eidsvold
Statistical Area - sa2

Monto - Eidsvold has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Monto-Eidsvold's population is approximately 3,880 as of August 2025. This figure represents a growth of 207 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,673. The increase is estimated from ABS figures showing an EPP of 3,814 in June 2024 and validated new addresses totalling 102 since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 0.30 persons per square kilometer. Monto-Eidsvold's growth rate of 5.6% since the census is close to its SA3 area's growth rate of 6.0%. The primary driver of this population increase was interstate migration, contributing around 85.9% of overall gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024, with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 using 2021 data are adopted. These state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population dynamics suggest a decline of 160 persons by 2041, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 86 people during this period.

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

Monto-Eidsvold has seen approximately eight dwellings granted development approval annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces this data on a financial year basis, showing 43 homes approved over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with four already recorded in FY26. On average, 1.9 people have moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years. However, recent data indicates this has increased to 4.3 people per dwelling over the last two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential supply constraints. New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $325,000, below the regional average, offering more affordable housing options.

This year has seen $2.7 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Monto-Eidsvold records about three-quarters the building activity per person and ranks among the 48th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing properties. Building activity has accelerated recently, with all new construction comprising detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population count of 433 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet development environment.

Population projections indicate stability or decline, suggesting reduced housing demand pressures and benefiting potential buyers.

Monto - Eidsvold has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Mount Perry Waste Facility Solar Upgrade Project, Monto-Mount Perry Road progressive sealing, Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project, and Queensland Central REZ. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Monto - Eidsvold has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Monto-Eidsvold has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs, representing diverse sectors. Its unemployment rate was 5.9% as of June 2024.

Over the past year, employment grew by an estimated 6.3%. As of June 2025, 1,996 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher at 6.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 4.7%. Workforce participation is lower at 52.7% versus Rest of Qld's 58.3%. Key industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing (7.5 times regional level), health care & social assistance (10.6%), and education & training.

Employment levels increased by 6.3% in Monto-Eidsvold from June 2024 to June 2025, while labour force grew by 7.7%, raising the unemployment rate by 1.2 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld saw employment grow by 1.8%, labour force expand by 2.0%, and unemployment rise by 0.2 percentage points. State-wide in Queensland as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.23% (losing 8,070 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. Nationally, unemployment was 4.5% with a job growth of 0.26%. Monto-Eidsvold's future employment demand may grow by approximately 4.9% over five years and 11.1% over ten years, based on national projections mapped to local industry mix.

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

Monto-Eidsvold's median income among taxpayers was $36,599 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $44,293 during the same period. These figures compare to the Rest of Qld's median and average incomes of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 11.71% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Monto-Eidsvold would be approximately $40,885 (median) and $49,480 (average) as of March 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Monto-Eidsvold fall between the 3rd and 4th percentiles nationally. The income bracket of $800-$1,499 dominates with 29.6% of residents (1,148 people). This is unlike regional trends where 31.7% fall within the $1,500-$2,999 range. Economic circumstances indicate widespread financial pressure, with 40.6% of households operating on modest weekly budgets below $800. Despite modest housing costs, with 91.1% of income retained, total disposable income ranks at just the 7th percentile nationally.

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

In Monto-Eidsvold, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.0% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types of dwellings. This is in comparison to Non-Metro Queensland's breakdown of 93.4% houses and 6.6% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Monto-Eidsvold stood at 51.4%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 24.8% and rented dwellings making up 23.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $867, lower than Non-Metro Queensland's average of $1,083. The median weekly rent figure in Monto-Eidsvold was recorded at $160, compared to Non-Metro Queensland's $230 and the national average of $375. Nationally, Monto-Eidsvold's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

Monto - Eidsvold features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 65.3% of all households, including 20.8% couples with children, 34.4% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for 34.7%, with lone person households at 32.0% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.3.

Monto - Eidsvold 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 at 12.2%, substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 9.6%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.5% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.1%. Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 36.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 7.6% and certificates at 29.3%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education. A robust network of seven schools operates within Monto - Eidsvold, educating approximately 538 students. The educational mix includes five primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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

Monto-Eidsvold faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 48% (~1,854 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

Arthritis (11.3%) and mental health issues (7.8%) are the most common medical conditions in the area. 62.8% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 59.4% across Rest of Qld. Monto-Eidsvold has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 29.4% (1,139 people), compared to the Rest of Qld's 26.8%.

The latest Census data sees Monto - Eidsvold placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Monto-Eidsvold was found to have low cultural diversity, with 87.7% of its population being citizens, 92.0% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Monto-Eidsvold, accounting for 61.8% of the population, compared to 56.4% across the rest of Queensland. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (32.0%), English (30.3%), and Scottish (9.3%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 8.3%, while Australian Aboriginal was underrepresented at 4.9%. Filipino ancestry was also underrepresented at 1.4%.

Monto - Eidsvold ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Monto-Eidsvold has a median age of 51, which is higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. Comparing Monto-Eidsvold with the Rest of Qld average, the 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented at 16.7%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 7.4%. The concentration of the 65-74 cohort is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the population percentage of the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 9.3% to 10.5%. Conversely, the percentages for the 5 to 14 cohort have declined from 11.8% to 10.2%, and the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 12.9% to 11.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Monto-Eidsvold's age structure. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow by 85 people (25%), from 334 to 420. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 89% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age cohorts.