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Cooroibah has an estimated 2,280 residents, up from 2,178 at the 2021 Census — a change of 102 people, or 4.7%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Density is about 71 people per square kilometre. 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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Based on research into ABS population updates for the surrounding region, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Cooroibah is estimated to have a population of approximately 2,280 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 102 people (4.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,178 people. The variation is calculated using a resident population of 2,271, estimated by AreaSearch after examining the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) along with an additional 11 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level translates to a density ratio of 70 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living and potential capacity for future growth. Population gains in the area were largely supported by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 72.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though all growth channels, including overseas arrivals and natural increase, were positive contributors. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia forecasts for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions excluded from this dataset, and for years post-2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are used instead. Please note that these state-level forecasts do not detail age groups; therefore, where used, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking at future demographic trends, a population increase slightly below the median of Australian non-metropolitan areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Cooroibah expected to grow by 194 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 8.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
36 new dwellings have been approved in Cooroibah over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals compiled from statistical area data, Cooroibah has averaged roughly 7 residential property approvals annually, representing an estimated 36 homes over the past 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 4 approvals have been registered. With an average of 2.5 new residents per year gained for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating solid demand that supports property values, new homes are being constructed at an average value of $859,000, indicating that builders are focusing on the premium sector with higher-end dwellings.
There have also been $5.4 million in commercial approvals this financial year, pointing to the area's residential character. Compared to Rest of Qld, Cooroibah records approximately 75% of the construction activity per person, ranking in the 15th percentile of areas evaluated across the nation, which means fewer options for buyers and supports demand for existing properties. This volume is also below the national average, highlighting the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning constraints. Recent building activity consists of 89.0% detached dwellings and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional low density profile with a focus on family homes appealing to buyers seeking space. An estimated count of 1134 people in the area per dwelling approval highlights its quiet, low activity development environment. Looking forward, Cooroibah is projected to add 185 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new residential supply should easily meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.
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 53 current infrastructure and development projects close to Cooroibah, worth an estimated $3.84 billion. 12 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and environmental & disaster management. 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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Very few factors influence regional performance as significantly as updates to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified 3 projects in total that are expected to impact the area. Important projects include the Tewantin Bypass - Beckmans Road Planning & Construction, the Lake Macdonald Dam Improvement Project, the Eumundi-Noosa Road Safety Improvements, and the Noosa Biosphere Trails Upgrade Program, with the following list detailing those of primary relevance.
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Sidoni Street Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development featuring 14 small dwelling units, five ground-floor units with associated offices, and a food and drink outlet. Built on 2002sqm site with dual street frontage (Sidoni Street and Blakesley Street). Designed by Tim Ditchfield and Associates, approved via delegated authority by Noosa Council.
Tewantin State Facilitated Development - 42 Unit Complex
Controversial 42-unit multiple dwelling development at Sidoni Street/Poinciana Avenue intersection. Originally proposed 3-4 storey height with affordable housing components. Project was revoked by Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie in April 2025 following significant community opposition and concerns about height, density and compliance with Noosa Plan 2020.
Tewantin Bypass - Beckmans Road Planning
Planning is underway for the long-term staged Tewantin Bypass along the Beckmans Road corridor. Stage 1, the Cooroy-Noosa Road and Beckmans Road roundabout, was completed in December 2022. The current $8.5 million planning program is developing the business case and future upgrade options to improve safety, capacity, travel time and traffic flow between Cooroy-Noosa Road and Eumundi-Noosa Road.
Toolar Street Apartments
Small boutique apartment development in the heart of Tewantin featuring modern 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom units with secure parking. Units are now being marketed by Century 21 Conolly Hay Group with at least one unit already under contract, indicating the project has progressed to near completion or completion stage.
Doonella Street Social Housing Project
Social and affordable housing project consisting of 32 units in Tewantin, designed to facilitate downsizing for social housing residents, freeing up family-sized homes for low-income workers. The project is in the design phase with an architect appointed, tender for construction expected by the end of 2025, and completion forecasted for mid-2027.
Eumundi-Noosa Road Safety Improvements
Road safety improvements along Eumundi-Noosa Road corridor between Emu Mountain Road and Beckmans Road. Includes intersection upgrades, improved signage and enhanced pedestrian facilities.
Poinciana Avenue Tewantin Development
Former State Facilitated Development proposal for about 40 mixed build-to-sell and build-to-rent apartments with onsite parking (at least 15% affordable) at the corner of Poinciana Avenue and Sidoni Street. The SFD declaration was revoked by the Queensland Government in April 2025 after public consultation and council objections. Any future progression would require a new pathway (e.g., standard DA via Noosa Shire Council) or a fresh state process.
Doonella Bridge Rehabilitation
A major rehabilitation of the 55-year-old Doonella Bridge (also known as Doonella Lake Bridge) in Tewantin, a vital transport link carrying approximately 20,000 vehicles daily between Tewantin and Noosaville. Built in 1968, the project requires strengthening, corrosion treatment, upgraded safety features, and bridge rail and lighting upgrades to current standards. The project is a key component of the Noosa Council's 2025/26 capital works program and aims to ensure the bridge's structural integrity and longevity. Construction is anticipated to commence in mid to late 2025, with $1.75 million Federal Government Bridge Renewal Program Round 5 grant contributing up to 50% of the $3.7 million construction cost.
1,131 residents of Cooroibah are employed, from a labour force of 1,153. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 60.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,770, about 78% 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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Cooroibah possesses a skilled workforce, with the construction sector showing strong representation, and an unemployment rate of just 1.9%, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,131 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 2.0% below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and labour force participation is slightly below average (60.9% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data indicates that a moderate 19.3% of residents worked from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account. The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
The area has a distinct employment specialization in construction, with its share of employment reaching 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 1.4% of the local workforce, which is below the 4.5% recorded in Regional Qld. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year to March 2026, the labour force shrank by 2.3% while employment fell by 2.6%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.1% and the labour force expand by 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point rise. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 can provide additional context regarding future demand within Cooroibah. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific projections to Cooroibah's occupational distribution indicates local employment should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Cooroibah is $1,639 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $660 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,944 a year against an average of $58,385. 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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The suburb of Cooroibah shows a median taxpayer income of $42,944 and an average of $58,385 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is below the national average, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,822 (median) and $65,018 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 44th percentile ($1,639 weekly), while personal income sits at the 21st percentile.
Income brackets indicate the predominant cohort spans 32.3% of locals (736 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.7% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 44th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cooroibah had 698 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 44% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 30.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Cooroibah, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.7% houses and 1.3% 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 Cooroibah was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 43.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (46.9%) or rented (9.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Regional Qld average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $500, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, Cooroibah's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cooroibah counted 698 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 80% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 85.0%, consisting of 40.5% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.0%, with single person households representing 12.4% and group homes making up 2.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 people exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.2% of adults in Cooroibah hold a university qualification, including 13.7% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 33.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The community experiences challenges regarding education, with university qualification levels (18.2%) falling considerably below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical qualifications are highly represented, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (33.5%). Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 29.5% of residents currently participating in formal study. This comprises 11.2% in primary schools, 10.1% in secondary schools, and 2.7% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Cooroibah means driving: households keep an average of 2.2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.9% of residents in Cooroibah report no long-term health condition. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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 statistics reveal relatively positive outcomes for Cooroibah residents, with AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and health conditions showing results that align closely with national averages, showing standard occurrences of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts, and the level of private health coverage is relatively low at approximately 50% of the population (~1,147 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the area were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 9.3 and 8.8% of residents, respectively, while 65.9% reported being completely free of chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld.
Residents of working age exhibit higher than average rates of chronic health issues. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 22.2% of the local population (506 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes for older residents are above average, with national rankings generally matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cooroibah is largely Australian-born, at 80.7% of residents, with 6.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.7%) and Australian (29.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cooroibah shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 80.7% of its residents born in Australia, 89.1% holding citizenship, and 93.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.9% of the local population. However, the most distinct overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 1.8% of the community, compared to 1.1% in Regional Qld. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Cooroibah are English, representing 31.7% of the population, Australian, representing 29.0%, and Irish, representing 9.0%. Additionally, there are distinct variations in the representation of other backgrounds: Welsh is overrepresented at 0.7% of Cooroibah (compared to 0.5% regionally), German at 5.0% (compared to 4.7%), and Scottish at 8.6% (compared to 7.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cooroibah is 46, older than 82% of areas nationally. 19.3% 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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The median age of 46 years in Cooroibah is notably higher than both the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Cooroibah has a higher proportion of residents aged 45 - 54 (15.8%) but a lower share of people aged 25 - 34 (6.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.9% to 7.9% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group has risen from 11.3% to 12.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket declined from 14.7% to 13.3%, and the 55 to 64 cohort decreased from 16.5% to 15.2%.
By 2041, Cooroibah is projected to experience clear shifts in its age structure. Leading this demographic change, the 45 to 54 cohort is expected to grow by 12% (41 people), increasing from 360 to 402, while the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 age groups are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cooroibah
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 11 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,178 at the 2021 Census → 2,280 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 (SAL30702). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.