Dysart (Qld)

Dysart has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Dysart's population is estimated at around 3074 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 156 people (5.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2918 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3059, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 8 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 0.90 persons per square kilometer. Dysart's 5.3% growth since census positions it within 2.5 percentage points of the SA3 area (7.8%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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 are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of regional areas across the nation is anticipated. The suburb is expected to increase by 102 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 1.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

Dysart approved less than one new dwelling annually over the five-year period from 2015 to 2019, with a total of three dwellings. This minimal construction activity is typical of rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Dysart's construction activity is notably lower than the Rest of Qld region and below national averages. All new constructions in Dysart during this period were detached dwellings, reflecting its rural character where larger properties are common. With an estimated population of 6031 people per dwelling approval, Dysart's development environment is quiet and low-activity.

Dysart has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects that may impact this region. Key projects include Dysart Urban Design Framework & Masterplan, Olive Downs Coking Coal Complex, Peak Downs Mine Continuation Project, and Winchester South Project. Relevant details are listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Dysart performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Dysart's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent. The unemployment rate was 1.1% in September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.1% over the previous year.

As of that date, 1,919 residents were employed, with a unemployment rate of 2.9% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Dysart was 78.7%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, 6.0% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in mining, administrative & support services, and education & training.

Mining employment is particularly notable, at 12.4 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance employment is under-represented, at 4.5% compared to Rest of Qld's 16.1%. Many Dysart residents commute elsewhere for work. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.1%, while the labour force grew by a similar rate, keeping the unemployment rate stable at 3.7%. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7% and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Dysart's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 4.0% over five years and 10.2% over ten years, though these are illustrative extrapolations not accounting for localised population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The median taxpayer income in Dysart is $84,578 and the average is $98,171 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Nationally, this is exceptionally high compared to Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Dysart would be approximately $92,960 (median) and $107,900 (average) as of September 2025. According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family, and personal incomes in Dysart rank highly nationally, between the 89th and 96th percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 35.8% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,100 residents), which is similar to the surrounding region where 31.7% fall into this bracket. Economic strength is evident with 39.3% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, indicating elevated consumer spending power. After housing costs, residents retain 96.3% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power.

Dysart is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Dysart, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 92.2% houses and 7.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dysart was at 18.4%, with dwellings either mortgaged (16.9%) or rented (64.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $672, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Dysart was $100, substantially lower than Non-Metro Qld's $345 and the national figure of $375.

Dysart has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 70.7% of all households, including 32.1% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 26.8% and group households at 3.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

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

The area has university qualification rates of 11.7%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 52.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.4%) and certificates (43.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 40.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 20.1% in primary education, 11.6% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Dysart's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data for Dysart residents shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions. Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a standard level. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 66% of the total population (2,031 people), compared to 52.5% in Rest of Qld and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.2 and 6.8% of residents respectively, while 75.9% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Rest of Qld. Under-65 population shows better than average health outcomes. The area has 7.7% of residents aged 65 and over (236 people), lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

Dysart is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Dysart's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 72.6% of its population being citizens, 87.4% born in Australia, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, making up 48.2% of Dysart's population. The category 'Other' was overrepresented compared to the rest of Queensland, with 0.7% versus 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, Australians made up 30.9%, English 29.5%, and Irish 7.7% of Dysart's population. Notably, Maori were overrepresented at 1.8%, New Zealanders at 1.3%, and Australian Aboriginals at 6.2%.

Dysart hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Dysart's median age is 32 years, which is considerably lower than the Rest of Queensland average of 41 years and substantially under the Australian median of 38 years. Relative to the Rest of Queensland, Dysart has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (20.0%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (1.8%). This concentration of residents aged 25-34 is well above the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the age group of 35 to 44 has grown from 15.3% to 17.6%, while the age group of 25 to 34 increased from 18.6% to 20.0%. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 24 has declined from 13.0% to 10.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Dysart's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The age group of 35 to 44 shows the strongest projected growth at 12%, adding 62 residents to reach 604. In contrast, both the age groups of 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 are projected to see reduced numbers.