Millmerran

Millmerran is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Millmerran is around 1,598. This figure reflects an increase of 53 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,545. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 1,590 in June 2025, along with 18 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 11.1 persons per square kilometer. Millmerran's growth rate of 3.4% since the census is within 1.6 percentage points of its SA4 region's growth rate of 5.0%. Overseas migration was the primary driver of 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 by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb is expected to increase by around 90 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of approximately 5.1% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Millmerran, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Millmerran had 2 dwelling approvals annually between 2016 and 2020 inclusive. This resulted in a total of 11 approvals over this five-year period. The low development levels reflect the rural nature of the area, where residential growth is typically driven by specific local housing needs rather than broader market demand.

It's important to note that due to the small number of approvals, individual projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics. Millmerran has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland and the national averages. Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, aligning with rural living preferences for space and privacy. The estimated population density is 788 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Millmerran is expected to grow by 82 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could potentially affect this area. Notable projects include Inland Rail - NSW/Queensland Border to Gowrie (B2G), Punchs Creek Solar Farm, Queensland Regional Road Network Safety Improvements, and Clifford Park Special School - Relocation of Denise Kable Centre, with the following list outlining those most likely to be relevant.

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

Millmerran has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate was 3.2% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.3%.

As of December 2025, there were 775 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% lower than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was somewhat below standard at 60.8%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Only 3.7% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

The area shows strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share 4.9 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance has limited presence at 11.3%, compared to 16.1% regionally. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population count. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 5.3% and labour force by 6.5%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Millmerran. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Millmerran's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.3% over five years and 11.6% over ten years.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The median taxpayer income in Millmerran is $43,620, and the average is $50,091 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages. In Regional Qld, the median income is $53,146 and the average is $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Millmerran would be approximately $48,575 (median) and $55,781 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Millmerran fall between the 11th and 14th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. In terms of income distribution, 28.1% of Millmerran residents earn between $400 and $799 (449 individuals), while the broader area's leading bracket is $1,500 to $2,999 at 31.7%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 87.9% income retention, total disposable income ranks at just the 16th percentile nationally.

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

Millmerran's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.1% houses and 7.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Millmerran stood at 41.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.7% and rented ones at 31.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Millmerran was recorded at $240, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Millmerran's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Millmerran features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.5% of all households, including 23.5% couples with children, 32.2% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.5%, with lone person households at 30.8% and group households making up 2.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.8%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent among residents with university qualifications at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.4%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Vocational credentials are common, with 36.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (6.9%) and certificates (29.9%). Educational participation is high, with 26.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising primary education (11.4%), secondary education (9.1%), and tertiary education (1.1%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 1.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Millmerran faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Several health conditions affect both younger and older age groups, while private health cover is low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 751 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 11.5% of residents) and asthma (8.5%), with 62.0% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld.

Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.2% (402 people), compared to Regional Qld's 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, largely in line with national rankings for the general population.

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

Millmerran had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 83.4% citizens, 84.4% born in Australia, and 88.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 70.3%, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (31.4%), English (27.5%), and Scottish (8.1%).

Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Filipino at 4.3% (vs regional 0.9%), Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.3%), and German at 6.2% (vs 4.7%) were overrepresented in Millmerran.

Millmerran hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Millmerran has a median age of 45, which is higher than Regional Queensland's figure of 41 and the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 make up 12.9% of the population, while those aged 35-44 account for 11.3%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.3% to 10.9%, and the 0 to 4 cohort has grown from 5.6% to 6.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 12.3% to 11.0%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 12.1% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Millmerran's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 71% (37 people), reaching 90 from the current 52. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 60% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 age groups are expected to experience population declines.