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Clermont has an estimated 3,116 residents, up from 2,952 at the 2021 Census — a change of 164 people, or 5.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 74.0% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Following an examination of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Clermont is calculated to have a population of approximately 3,116 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 164 people (5.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,952 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,114, which AreaSearch calculated using the ABS ERP data release from June 2025 and 6 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density ratio of 0.40 persons per square kilometer, indicating a setting with extensive space for each resident.
The suburb of Clermont's 5.6% post-census growth rate is within 2.0 percentage points of the SA4 region (7.6%), showing competitive growth indicators. Population increases in the area were chiefly driven by natural growth, which accounted for roughly 74.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 areas without this data, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are utilized. Note that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age group; consequently, when they are used, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts proportionally based on the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, using 2022 data). Looking at future demographic trends, the suburb of Clermont is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the median for non-metropolitan parts of Australia, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating a rise of 146 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 4.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Clermont displays very low levels of residential building activity, recording 1 annual dwelling approval (with a total of 9 over the last five years). Minimal development of this kind is typical for rural localities where housing requirements are small and building works are naturally restricted by local demand and infrastructure limits. Because these approval figures are so low, annual growth rates and comparisons can fluctuate significantly based on individual projects. Building activity in Clermont is substantially lower than in the Rest of Qld, and development rates are also below national benchmarks.
Furthermore, all recent construction has consisted of standalone houses, reflecting rural preferences for space and privacy. An estimated ratio of 2067 people in the locality for every single dwelling approval underscores this quiet, low-development environment. Demographic projections indicate Clermont is set to add 144 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, residential supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Clermont, worth an estimated $3 million. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.6 billion. 14 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and energy. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes in infrastructure, key regional developments, and planning schemes are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has highlighted a total of 3 projects that are expected to influence the local area. The primary developments include the Clermont Seniors Living Centre - Monash Lodge Precinct, the Capricorn Highway Emerald-Alpha Package Upgrades, the Isaac Regional Local Government Infrastructure Plan, and the Isaac Renewable Energy Zone (QREZ), with details provided on those of highest local relevance.
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Clermont Seniors Living Centre - Monash Lodge Precinct
Isaac Regional Council and Belyando Enterprise Network Inc are seeking approximately $2.993 million in government funding to refurbish the disused former Monash Lodge aged care building and deliver 12 independent seniors living units with 24/7 onsite management. Stage 1 proposes to reopen the vacant 16-bed (originally 20-bed) facility as flexible supported and independent living for older Clermont residents, enabling them to remain in their hometown rather than relocating to Emerald or Mackay. Council has committed an in-principle peppercorn lease ($1 per annum) to the successful operator.The project remains in the advocacy and funding phase with no confirmed government commitment secured as of mid-2025.
Dysart Urban Design Framework & Masterplan
An adopted urban design framework and masterplan prepared by Isaac Regional Council to guide the long term development and renewal of Dysart. The framework includes a town-wide masterplan, design guidelines and an implementation plan, and is now used as a reference document when assessing development applications against the Isaac Region Planning Scheme 2021. It focuses on improving the public realm, supporting infill housing and commercial development, and coordinating future community and infrastructure investment in the town.
Olive Downs Coking Coal Complex
The Olive Downs Complex is a fully operational large-scale steelmaking coal mine in the Bowen Basin, Queensland. It commenced production in mid-2023, with operations fully starting in April 2024, producing up to 15 million tonnes per annum of high-quality coking coal and PCI products for export to markets including Japan, South Korea, and India. The mine features a central coal handling and processing plant, rail infrastructure, and has an expected life of over 79 years, generating significant economic benefits including over $10 billion in royalties for Queensland.
Nogoa Rise Estate Residential Development
Multi-stage residential estate development by Central Highlands Regional Council featuring fully serviced residential lots in Emerald's sought-after Nogoa Rise area. The development has expanded to Stages 5 and 6, offering quality residential opportunities in the growing Central Highlands region.
Emerald Hospital Emergency Department Upgrade
A complete refurbishment and upgrade of the Emergency Department at Emerald Hospital that officially opened in April 2024. The upgrade improves patient flow and provides better access to care closer to home. Features include improved privacy, additional clinical consultation spaces, resuscitation bays, better treatment spaces for mental health crisis patients, and a safer treatment environment.
Gregory-Capricorn Highway Intersection Upgrade
Intersection upgrade at the junction of Gregory and Capricorn Highways in Emerald, involving widening approaches, installing traffic signals, and improving turning lanes. The upgrade enhances safety and reduces congestion at this critical junction serving both local and through traffic. The project also included pedestrian infrastructure improvements.
91 Gray Street Apartment Development
Small-scale residential apartment development featuring 11 modern residential units across 2 floors in Emerald's Central Highlands region. The project represents a modest urban infill development providing additional housing options in this regional Queensland mining and agricultural service center.
Emerald Regional Botanic Gardens Redevelopment
A 7 million AUD redevelopment of the 42-hectare Emerald Regional Botanic Gardens. The project features the construction of a new permanent, flood-resilient footbridge over the Nogoa River and extensive pathway upgrades to improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility for the community.
1,761 residents of Clermont are employed, from a labour force of 1,798. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 73.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,799, about 90% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Clermont has a balanced labor force consisting of both white and blue-collar occupations, with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors. The unemployment rate stands at just 2.1%, and estimated jobs growth reached 4.9% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,761 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than the 3.9% rate for Regional Qld. Workforce participation is significantly elevated at 73.1%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate a low 9.7% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for residents are mining, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. Local specialization in mining is particularly pronounced, with its share of employment running at 6.9 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 7.0% of the local workforce, which is below the 16.1% average for Regional Qld. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the area are limited. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from the broader region shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the employed population grew by 4.9% and the labor force expanded by 6.0%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force grow by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide further context on expected demand patterns in Clermont. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to project regional employment trends. While the national workforce is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific trends to the local workforce mix suggests that Clermont's employment could grow by 4.6% over five years and 10.8% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Clermont is $1,867 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $956 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,393 a year against an average of $67,881. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, Clermont has a median taxpayer income of $55,393 and an average of $67,881. These figures are comparable to national averages, whereas Regional Qld shows a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $61,686 for the median and $75,592 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, individual weekly income is at the 74th percentile ($956 weekly), and household income is at the 57th percentile.
The largest weekly household income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for 34.2% of households (1,065 residents), which is similar to the wider region where 31.7% of households fall into this range. Discretionary income remains high, with residents retaining 90.5% of their earnings after housing costs are met.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Clermont had 1,067 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 1% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $220 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,400 a month. Rent absorbs 11.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing mix in Clermont consisted of 85.8% standalone houses and 14.1% other dwelling structures, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative accommodation. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwelling types. The home ownership rate in Clermont was 31.6%, slightly behind the regional average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (26.0%) or rented (42.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,400 was notably lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $220, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, Clermont's mortgage repayments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Clermont counted 1,067 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,126 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 67.7%, consisting of couples with children at 29.8%, couples without children at 28.4%, and single-parent households at 8.4%. The remaining 32.3% are non-family households, which consist of lone-person households at 30.1% and group households at 2.4%. The median household size stands at 2.4 residents, which is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.6% of adults in Clermont hold a university qualification, including 11.0% with a bachelor degree and 1.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 33.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 502 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 951 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment profiles in the area show that 13.6% of residents hold a university qualification, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Within tertiary qualifications, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.0%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.4% and postgraduate degrees at 1.2%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly prevalent, with vocational credentials held by 40.2% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 6.6% and certificates at 33.6%. Enrolment in formal education is high, with 29.7% of local residents actively studying. This cohort includes 14.7% attending primary school, 8.1% in secondary education, and 2.0% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Getting around Clermont means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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73.6% of residents in Clermont report no long-term health condition. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators reflect positive trends for Clermont residents, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and medical conditions showing results consistent with national benchmarks. The incidence of common health issues is low across younger and older demographics alike, and private health insurance coverage is relatively high, covering approximately 54% of the population (~1,685 people). Asthma and arthritis represent the most common diagnosed conditions, affecting 7.6% and 6.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 73.6% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 are better than average.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.0% of the population (498 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. Seniors in the area experience particularly favorable health outcomes, ranking higher nationally than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Clermont is largely Australian-born, at 92.9% of residents, with 3.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (37.0%) and English (30.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Clermont exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 87.8% of the population, Australian-born individuals representing 92.9%, and 96.2% of residents speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 65.1% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestry based on parental country of birth, the three largest groups in Clermont are Australian at 37.0% (well above the regional average of 26.5%), English at 30.7%, and Irish at 9.1%. Specific ethnic representation differs from the wider region, with German ancestry overrepresented at 5.0% (compared to 4.7% regionally), Filipino at 1.7% (compared to 0.9% regionally), and Maori at 0.5% (compared to 0.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Clermont is 36. 26.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Clermont has a median age of 36, which is lower than the Regional Qld figure of 41 and slightly below the Australian average of 38. The 25 to 34 age group is highly represented at 17.0% compared to the regional average, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort is underrepresented at 9.8%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 demographic expanded from 14.4% to 17.0%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age bracket shrank from 15.4% to 13.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 11.4% to 9.9%. Demographic models project that Clermont's age profile will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow by 83 people (16%) from 529 to 613, while the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 demographics are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Clermont
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 6 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,952 at the 2021 Census → 3,116 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30621). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.