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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Eumundi is around 2,889. This reflects an increase of 385 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,504. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 2,749 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional 58 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 116 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate of 15.4% since the 2021 census exceeded both the Rest of Qld (9.1%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 55% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Looking ahead, population projections forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of non-metropolitan areas nationally. The suburb of Eumundi is expected to expand by 687 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 20.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

Eumundi saw 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 in FY-26 so far. This results in an average of 5.9 people moving to the area per dwelling built over these years.

The supply is substantially lagging demand, indicating 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 about 66% of building activity per person and ranks among the 58th percentile nationally in terms of assessed areas.

New development consists 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 considerable 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 582 residents through to 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is keeping reasonable 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 that may impact this region. Notable projects include the Noosa Biosphere Trails Upgrade Program, The Doonan Noosa Health Precinct, and Nambour General Hospital Redevelopment. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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

Eumundi's workforce is well-educated with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 3.1%, lower than the Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation stood at 69.0%, similar to the regional average of 65.7%.

A high proportion, 26.0% of residents, worked from home based on Census responses. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training sectors. The area shows strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 1.5% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, labour force decreased by 2.4%, employment declined by 1.7%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points.

This contrasts with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.7% and unemployment increased by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 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 this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Eumundi's median income among taxpayers is $49,935. The average income in the suburb is $67,096. These figures are comparable to national averages. In Queensland excluding Brisbane (Rest of Qld), the median income is $53,146 and the average is $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $54,884 (median) and $73,745 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, Eumundi's household income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($1,967 weekly), while personal income sits at the 45th percentile. Income analysis shows that 31.7% of individuals in Eumundi earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (915 individuals). This is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region where 31.7% fall into the same income category. After housing expenses, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses in Eumundi. The suburb'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 evaluation, 97.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 2.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This differs from Non-Metro Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eumundi stood at 40.1%, with mortgaged properties at 45.8% and rented dwellings at 14.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Eumundi was recorded as $480, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Eumundi's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 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 make up the remaining 16.2%, with lone person households at 11.9% and group households comprising 3.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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. Specifically, 32.2% of residents aged 15 years and above hold university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the SA3 area and 20.6% in the rest of Queensland. This educational advantage is evident across various levels of attainment: Bachelor degrees are held by 22.7%, postgraduate qualifications by 6.2%, and graduate diplomas by 3.3%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 37.5% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (13.4%) and certificates (24.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.7% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (11.9%), secondary education (9.9%), and tertiary education (3.2%).

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

Eumundi has seven active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by twelve different routes that collectively facilitate 157 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is limited, with residents typically located 1281 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward, with cars being the primary mode at 95%. On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. Notably, 26% of residents work from home (as per the 2021 Census; this figure may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

The service frequency averages 22 trips daily across all routes, equating to roughly 22 weekly trips per individual stop.

Eumundi's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Eumundi.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Private health cover was approximately 54% of the total population (~1,553 people), leading that of the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions were arthritis (7.7%) and mental health issues (7.5%). 71.2% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. The under-65 population demonstrated better than average health outcomes. The area had 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (551 people), lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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 data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics Census 2016, had a cultural diversity index of 73.5%, indicating below average diversity. The population comprised 86.5% citizens, with 77.0% born in Australia and 94.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 37.4%.

Buddhism, though small at 1.1%, was proportionally similar to the rest of Queensland (1.1%). Ancestry wise, English was the most prevalent (32.6%), followed by Australian (25.8%) and Scottish (10.0%). Notably, Dutch ancestry was overrepresented at 2.3% compared to 1.1% regionally, as were New Zealanders at 1.2% versus 0.9%, and Welsh at 0.8% against 0.5%.

Eumundi hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Eumundi's median age is 44 years, which is slightly higher than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and considerably older than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile shows that individuals aged 45-54 are particularly prominent, making up 15.7% of the population, while those aged 25-34 comprise only 8.3%. Between 2021 and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 11.7% to 13.5%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 16.0% to 14.4% and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 16.8% to 15.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Eumundi, with the 35 to 44 age cohort projected to grow by 25%, adding 98 residents to reach a total of 489. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 age cohort is expected to grow by only 1%, an increase of just 2 people.