Kin Kora

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

Kin Kora's population is estimated at around 2,429 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 33 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,396 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,427 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and four additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,271 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Kin Kora (SA2).

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data are applied where utilized. Future population dynamics anticipate a median increase just below regional areas nationally, with the Kin Kora statistical area (Lv2) expected to expand by 131 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 4.5% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Kin Kora is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Kin Kora had less than one dwelling approval annually between 2016 and 2020, with a total of four dwellings approved in that period. This low level of development activity is typical of rural areas where housing needs are modest, and construction activity is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. It should be noted that the small sample size can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Kin Kora's development levels were substantially lower than those of the rest of Queensland during this period. The location's development pattern was also well below national averages. All recent building activity consisted of detached houses, reflecting the area's rural character where larger properties and space are typical. As of 2021, Kin Kora had approximately 2406 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market for housing developments.

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

Area infrastructure performance is significantly influenced by changes to local projects and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified zero projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Clinton Industrial Estate, Port of Gladstone Gatcombe, Golding Cutting Channel Duplication Project (completed 2014), Gladstone Project (commenced 2013), and Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal (WICET, commenced 2013). Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Kin Kora shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Kin Kora's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate was 4.7% as of September 2025.

Employment stability has been relative over the past year. There are 1,354 residents employed currently, with an unemployment rate at 0.6% above Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 66.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key employment sectors include manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

Manufacturing has a significant share at 2.7 times the regional level. Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 10.4% versus the regional average of 16.1%. Local employment opportunities may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the past year, employment increased by 0.4%, labour force grew by 1.4%, leading to a unemployment rise of 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7% and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data up to 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland employment contracted slightly (-0.01%), with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kin Kora's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Kin Kora's median income among taxpayers is $63,878. The average income in the suburb is $78,963. Nationally, this is high compared to Rest of Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $70,208 (median) and $86,788 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Kin Kora cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 34.1% of the community (828 individuals), mirroring regional levels where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing expenses, 86.3% of income remains for other expenses.

Kin Kora is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Kin Kora's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.2% houses and 9.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Non-Metro Qld's 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kin Kora was at 27.8%, aligning with Non-Metro Qld, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.8% and rented ones at 31.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,545, lower than Non-Metro Qld's $1,600. Weekly rent figures were recorded at $280, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $275. Nationally, Kin Kora's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kin Kora has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 72.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children (29.4%), couples without children (28.1%), and single parent families (13.6%). Non-family households comprise the remaining 27.3%, with lone person households at 23.9% and group households at 3.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, aligning with the average for the Rest of Queensland.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.6%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This indicates a need for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 45.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.5%) and certificates (36.8%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.6% in primary, 10.2% in secondary, and 3.2% in tertiary education.

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

The public transport analysis indicates eight active transport stops operating within Kin Kora, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by five individual routes, collectively facilitating 170 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically situated 253 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 24 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 21 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kin Kora's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Kin Kora's health data shows favorable outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to national averages but higher in older cohorts at risk.

Approximately 58% of Kin Kora residents have private health cover (1,420 people). Mental health issues and asthma are most prevalent, affecting 8.7% and 7.8% respectively. About 69.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 69.4% in Rest of Qld. Kin Kora has 14.3% of residents aged 65 and over (347 people), requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

Kin Kora, found to be below average in cultural diversity, had 89.1% citizens, 86.8% born in Australia, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 48.4%, compared to 47.5% across Rest of Qld. Top ancestry groups were Australian (30.2%), English (30.1%), Irish (7.8%).

Notably, German was overrepresented at 5.5% (vs regional 5.1%), Maori at 0.8% (vs 0.8%), and Filipino at 1.8% (vs 1.4%).

Kin Kora's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Kin Kora's median age is 37 years, which is significantly below the Rest of Qld average of 41 and essentially aligned with Australia's median age of 38. The 5-14 cohort is notably over-represented at 14.3% locally compared to the Rest of Qld average, while the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.3%. Post the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group grew from 11.8% to 13.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 3.0% to 4.3%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 15.6% to 13.7%, and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 14.1% to 12.3%. Demographic modeling indicates Kin Kora's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 cohort is projected to grow strongly at 16%, adding 47 residents to reach 346. Meanwhile, both the 65 to 74 and 45 to 54 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.