Eumundi

Eumundi lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the population of the Eumundi statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at around 2,883 people. This reflects an increase of 379 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,504 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,749 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 57 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 116 persons per square kilometer. The Eumundi (SA2) experienced a growth rate of 15.1% from 2021 to Nov 2025, exceeding both the non-metro area average of 8.8% and the national average. Interstate migration contributed approximately 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains during recent periods in Eumundi (SA2).

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023. These state projections do not provide age category splits, thus AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. By 2041, a population increase of 689 persons is forecasted for Eumundi (SA2), reflecting an overall gain of 20.5% over the 17-year period based on aggregated SA2-level projections.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Eumundi when compared nationally

Eumundi has seen approximately 12 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 61 homes were approved, with an additional 7 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built over these years attracted an average of 5.9 people per year to the area.

This indicates substantial demand outstripping supply, likely leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New properties are constructed at an average value of $500,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $598,000, reflecting Eumundi's residential nature. Compared to Rest of Qld, Eumundi records around 66% of the building activity per person and ranks among the 58th percentile nationally in terms of areas assessed.

New developments consist of 82.0% detached dwellings and 18.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. This shows a significant shift from the current housing mix, which is currently 97.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Eumundi reflects a transitioning market with around 263 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate Eumundi will gain approximately 592 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Eumundi has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects expected to impact the region: Noosa Biosphere Trails Upgrade Program, The Doonan-Noosa Health Precinct, and Nambour General Hospital Redevelopment. These are key projects with potential relevance to the area.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Eumundi ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Eumundi has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 1,471 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.0% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is at 61.2%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment in Eumundi is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 1.5% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. In the 12 months prior, labour force decreased by 2.6%, while employment declined by 1.8%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.7% and unemployment increased by 0.3 percentage points. As of 25-Nov, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01%, with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eumundi's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch released its latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. In Eumundi, the median income among taxpayers was $49,935 and the average was $67,096. These figures are close to national averages. Compared to Rest of Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on a 9.91% growth in wages since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $54,884 (median) and $73,745 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, household income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($1,967 weekly), while personal income is at the 45th percentile. Income analysis shows that 31.7% of Eumundi residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 (913 individuals), which aligns with broader regional trends. After housing costs, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

In Eumundi, as per the latest Census assessment, 97.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 2.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Queensland's figures of 82.9% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Eumundi stood at 40.1%, with mortgaged properties at 45.8% and rented dwellings at 14.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, higher than Non-Metro Queensland's average of $1,777. The median weekly rent in Eumundi was recorded as $480, compared to $385 for Non-Metro Queensland and a national average of $375. Nationally, Eumundi's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure.

Eumundi features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.8% of all households, including 35.7% couples with children, 35.1% couples without children, and 12.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.2%, with lone person households at 11.9% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.6.

Eumundi shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Eumundi is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of 2016 Census data, 32.2% of residents aged 15 years and over held university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the surrounding Statistical Area Level 3 (SA3) area and the same percentage for the Rest of Queensland. This educational advantage is largely driven by Bachelor degrees, with 22.7% of residents holding such qualifications. Postgraduate qualifications accounted for 6.2%, while graduate diplomas made up 3.3%.

Vocational credentials were also prominent, with 37.5% of residents aged 15 years and over holding these qualifications. Advanced diplomas constituted 13.4%, while certificates made up 24.1% of this group. Educational participation was notably high in the area, with 30.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of 2016 Census data. This included 11.9% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis shows seven active stops operating in Eumundi, serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by twelve routes, offering 157 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport accessibility is rated limited, with residents typically located 1281 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 22 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 22 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Eumundi is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Eumundi shows superior health outcomes for both young and elderly populations, with low prevalence rates for common conditions. Its private health cover rate is approximately 54%, higher than the average SA2 area's 50.2%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.7%) and mental health issues (7.5%), while 71.2% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Rest of Qld's 66.0%. Eumundi has 18.9% of residents aged 65 and over (544 people). Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Eumundi, as per the data, had a cultural diversity below average. It was composed of 86.5% citizens, with 77.0% born in Australia, and 94.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 37.4% of the population.

Buddhism showed slight overrepresentation, with 1.1% compared to Rest of Qld's 1.0%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (32.6%), Australian (25.8%), and Scottish (10.0%). Notably, Dutch (2.3%) and New Zealand (1.2%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.6% and 1.0%, respectively. Welsh ethnicity also showed a notable divergence with 0.8% in Eumundi versus the regional average of 0.6%.

Eumundi hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Eumundi's median age is 44 years, which is slightly higher than Queensland's average of 41 and significantly older than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile reveals that individuals aged 45-54 are notably prominent, comprising 16.0% of the population, while those aged 25-34 make up a relatively smaller proportion at 8.1%. Between 2021 and the present day, the percentage of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 11.7% to 13.1%, while the share of individuals aged 55 to 64 has decreased from 16.0% to 14.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, population forecasts suggest substantial demographic shifts in Eumundi. The 35-44 age group is projected to grow by 30%, adding 112 residents and reaching a total of 490 individuals. Conversely, the 15-24 age cohort is expected to grow modestly by 2%, with an increase of just 5 people.