Koongal

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

Koongal's population is estimated at 4,385 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 133 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,252. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of 50 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,218 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts. By 2041, the suburb of Koongal is expected to expand by 286 persons, reflecting a gain of 6.6% over the 17 years.

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

Koongal had two new dwelling approvals annually over five years from 2016 to 2020 inclusive. This low development level is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction activity due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note that the small sample size can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Koongal's development levels are substantially lower than those in the Rest of Qld, and well below national averages. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, reflecting the area's rural character with larger properties being typical. There are approximately 1252 people per dwelling approval in Koongal, indicating an established market. By 2041, Koongal is projected to gain 291 residents according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate.

At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Koongal has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include Dual Occupancy Development at 259 Rockonia Road, Thozet Road - Rockonia Road Traffic Signals Installation, Abattoir Alterations and Additions at 484 Lakes Creek Road, Land Based Recreational Fishing Platform - Donovan Park.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Koongal faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Koongal has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs represented. Essential services sectors are well-presented in the area, with an unemployment rate of 8.3%. Employment stability over the past year is relative.

As of September 2025, 2,209 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation stands at 69.5%, slightly above Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, only 3.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade.

Manufacturing particularly stands out with employment levels at 2.6 times the regional average. Meanwhile, agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with only 0.4% employment compared to the regional average of 4.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparing working population and resident population figures. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, labour force increased by 1.0% while employment declined by 0.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.7%, labour force grew by 2.1%, and unemployment rose by only 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Koongal. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Koongal's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 5.6% over five years and 12.5% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Koongal's income level, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, is below the national average. The suburb's median income among taxpayers is $49,318 and the average income stands at $58,207. These figures compare 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 for Koongal would be approximately $54,205 (median) and $63,975 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Koongal rank modestly, between the 21st and 31st percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 31.8% of Koongal's population (1,394 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 31.7% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Koongal, with only 84.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 22nd percentile.

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

The dwelling structure in Koongal, as per the latest Census, consisted of 87.5% houses and 12.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Koongal was at 27.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (35.3%) or rented (37.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Koongal was $260, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Koongal's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,863 and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Koongal features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.9% of all households, consisting of 26.5% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 15.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.1%, with lone person households at 27.9% and group households comprising 4.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 11.4%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 39.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (31.2%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.1% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Koongal is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Koongal faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch, with mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence impacting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~2,204 people), compared to 52.5% across the rest of Queensland and 55.7% nationally. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in Koongal, affecting 10.2% and 9.0% of residents respectively.

However, 65.0% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across the rest of Queensland. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Koongal has 15.6% of residents aged 65 and over (684 people), lower than the 20.4% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Koongal had a cultural diversity level below average, with 85.2% of its population being citizens, 86.4% born in Australia, and 88.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 50.7% of Koongal's population, compared to 52.2% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (29.5%), English (28.4%), and Australian Aboriginal (7.9%).

Notably, Vietnamese (1.1%) and Filipino (1.7%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Koongal compared to regional averages of 0.2% and 0.9%, respectively. Additionally, German ethnicity was slightly underrepresented at 4.1%.

Koongal's population is younger than the national pattern

The median age in Koongal is 35 years, which is lower than the Rest of Qld's average of 41 years and under the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented in Koongal at 14.9%, compared to the Rest of Qld average. Conversely, the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 0-4 age group has grown from 6.2% to 7.2% of the population, while the 5-14 cohort has declined from 14.5% to 13.5%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Koongal. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 17%, reaching 767 people from 653. Meanwhile, both the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are expected to have reduced numbers.