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Mudjimba has an estimated 2,738 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 62 projects tracked in the area around Mudjimba.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Mudjimba lies roughly 95 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 2,738 as of Aug 2026. This figure comes from AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2,664 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has changed little. Market characteristics include strong educational qualifications, a high level of semi-detached housing, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated construction employment, a pronounced proportion of residents aged 55 to 64, and a substantial hospitality employment presence.
The setting combines natural beauty with a lively local culture, offering pristine sandy beaches and lush hinterlands. Its laid-back atmosphere and active community life create a wholesome environment for families and visitors alike. Popular pursuits include surfing, swimming and fishing in its crystal-clear waters, along with exploring nearby national parks and nature reserves.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Mudjimba lies roughly 95 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 2,738 as of Aug 2026. This figure comes from AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 2,664 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has changed little. Market characteristics include strong educational qualifications, a high level of semi-detached housing, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated construction employment, a pronounced proportion of residents aged 55 to 64, and a substantial hospitality employment presence.
The setting combines natural beauty with a lively local culture, offering pristine sandy beaches and lush hinterlands. Its laid-back atmosphere and active community life create a wholesome environment for families and visitors alike. Popular pursuits include surfing, swimming and fishing in its crystal-clear waters, along with exploring nearby national parks and nature reserves.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,740 in 2006 and 2,734 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,738 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 16.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.5%.
Mudjimba ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education and the 96th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Mudjimba is $815 a week, down 4.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 27% above Regional Qld.
27% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $336 in 2017, $450 in 2024. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $815 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Maroochy | $738 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Maroochy, over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sunshine Coast | $704 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Sunshine Coast, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 9 tracked applications: 7 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 62 projects in and around Mudjimba, 15 of them under construction.
A placemaking and streetscape project by Sunshine Coast Council to improve the amenity, safety, and character of Marcoola's town centre. The project included new footpaths, landscaping, seating, and improved pedestrian connections to enhance the public realm.
Sunshine Coast Council is developing a concept plan and community landscape improvements for Wilkins Park in Pacific Paradise. The master plan focuses on upgraded play equipment, community gathering areas, path connectivity, and shaded open spaces.
Masterplanned residential community on a 104 hectare site between the Maroochy River and the Sunshine Motorway, on land adjacent to the existing Twin Waters estate. Sunshine Coast Council granted preliminary approval in December 2023 after a decade long approvals process.
A multi-stage redevelopment of the Marcoola Surf Life Saving Club facilities to modernise the club, improve services for members and the community, and enhance its operational capabilities for surf life saving.
Revised mixed-use community on a 12,775sq m former bowls club site, including 85 apartments, 52 short-term accommodation units (hotel), increased retail and commercial space of 1086sqm with potential gymnasium. Designed by KP Architects, planned by Place Design Group. Reduced building heights to meet community expectations.
Major airport expansion completed in June 2020 featuring a new 2,450m x 45m international runway (13/31) capable of handling wide-body aircraft including A330, B777, B787, and A350. The $347 million project enables direct international flights to Asia, China, and Hawaii, with new air traffic control tower and terminal upgrades.
The Millwell is a mixed-use development featuring 205 apartments across two eight-level towers with ground-floor commercial space. The project includes the Sunshine Coast's first 25-metre rooftop infinity-edge pool, private dining rooms, and 360-degree views spanning the Maroochy River and Sunshine Coast beaches.
A resort-style residential aged care facility that opened in 2017. The facility provides comprehensive care services, including dementia and palliative care, and features amenities such as an onsite caf,, hairdressing salon, and library.
A vibrant public space enhancement project undertaken by the Sunshine Coast Council. The upgrade included significant embellishments to Timari Street, Menzies Drive, and the service road beside David Low Way, featuring outdoor dining areas, public art, landscaping, shade trees, lighting, increased footpath space, new seating, and formalized traffic and…
A limited-edition coastal residential development comprising 14 individual beach homes and 14 beach terraces. Located within the Novotel Resort at Twin Waters, the project offers a blend of urban living with a coastal ambiance, featuring private pools, landscaped gardens, and direct access to Mudjimba Beach.
Australia's largest greenfield CBD development on a 53-60 hectare site in Maroochydore. A multi-billion dollar masterplanned project featuring commercial, retail, residential, civic, and cultural facilities, including the Sunshine Coast Council headquarters.
Twin eight-storey towers with 205 two, three, and four-bedroom apartments, featuring a 25-metre rooftop infinity pool, gym, and commercial spaces at ground level. Located near Maroochydore City Centre, designed for luxury coastal living.
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 7, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 9 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mudjimba over the period covered (about 4.3 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 2, 2024 4, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 20th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.3 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Mudjimba include: Stockland Twin Waters (Construction); Sunshine Coast Infrastructure Coordination Plan (Planning); New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme Project (Under Assessment); Bruce Highway Upgrade - Maroochydore Road and Mons Road Interchanges (Completed); and Sunshine Coast Health Precinct (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Mudjimba spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
The suburb of Mudjimba ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Mudjimba is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mudjimba area has seen 5 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mudjimba's current population of 2,738 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Mudjimba has seen 3.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 1091 people in the suburb of Mudjimba, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Mudjimba's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 10, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Mudjimba has grown by approximately 28 people, while 52 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Mudjimba has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,738 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 812 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,664 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 74 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.37 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mudjimba was estimated to be approximately 2,738 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,734 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Mudjimba has added approximately 74 people and shown a 2.78% increase from the 2,664 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mudjimba is estimated at 813 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mudjimba has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mudjimba is driven by: Overseas migration (93.0%), Interstate migration (7.000000000000001%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 93.0% of overall population gains.
Mudjimba hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 76th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Mudjimba at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Mudjimba is 3 years older than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Mudjimba compared to the Regional Qld region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 16.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mudjimba compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Mudjimba show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.4% vs 2.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.1% of the population in the suburb of Mudjimba as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.6% of the population in the suburb of Mudjimba as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,164 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,323 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,763 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $831 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,984 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mudjimba is approximately $62,299. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,164.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mudjimba is approximately $80,678. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,323.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mudjimba is approximately $62,299 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,164 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mudjimba is approximately $80,678 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,323 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mudjimba's households (~34.5% / 338 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mudjimba is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.5% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Mudjimba is $1,763/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mudjimba is $1,984/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mudjimba is $831/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Mudjimba's median income among taxpayers is $58,164, with an average of $75,323. This is higher than average nationally, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $56,722 and average of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,299 (median) and $80,678 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mudjimba is $6,279 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Mudjimba's disposable income is $6,279 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Mudjimba maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,440 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,098 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,491 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mudjimba has approximately 1,440 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Mudjimba stands at 3.4%, which is broadly in line with Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Mudjimba is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.2% of employment), construction (15.4%), and accommodation & food (10.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mudjimba has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Mudjimba is 65.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The suburb of Mudjimba shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 15.4% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Mudjimba's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 1.7% decline, ranking 25th out of 37 regions nationally.
Mudjimba demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
25.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mudjimba have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
31.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mudjimba have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Mudjimba ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mudjimba are: Certificate (31.2%), Bachelor Degree (17.2%), Advanced Diploma (12.1%).
26.8% of the population in the suburb of Mudjimba is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.2% in primary school, 7.1% in secondary school, 5.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
Mudjimba features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 979 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,006 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 74.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mudjimba had 979 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.8% to an estimated 1,006 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mudjimba is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 74.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.9%), group households (4.4%), and other household types (1.0%).
Of the 730 family households, couples with children account for 30.2% of all households, couples without children at home 32.6%, and single parent families 10.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Mudjimba shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 19.9% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Mudjimba have an average of 1.7 children, matching the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.9% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 19.9% of all households in the suburb of Mudjimba, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.4% of households, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
Mudjimba ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.7% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.5% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Mudjimba was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.5% of its population born in Australia, 89.0% being citizens, and 95.7% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mudjimba, at 47.5% of people, although more residents (50.9%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 52.2% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mudjimba are English, comprising 33.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Mudjimba (vs 0.5% across Regional Qld), Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%) and German at 5.0% (vs 4.7%).
17.5% of the suburb of Mudjimba population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
4.3% of the population in the suburb of Mudjimba speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
1.7% of the suburb of Mudjimba population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
89.0% of the suburb of Mudjimba population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mudjimba displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 59.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,045 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $460 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mudjimba, 32.7% of homes are owned outright, 37.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 59.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Mudjimba are houses.
In the suburb of Mudjimba, 10.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 27.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mudjimba stands at 32.7%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mudjimba is $2,045, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mudjimba is $1,360, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mudjimba, households with mortgages typically spend 26.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Mudjimba is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mudjimba shows mortgage holders spending 26.8% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 26.1% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Mudjimba consists of 59.4% detached houses, 27.1% semi-detached dwellings, 10.0% apartments, and 3.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mudjimba consumes approximately 17.8% of median household income ($7,634 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Mudjimba's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 55.2% of people in the suburb of Mudjimba are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Mudjimba, 4.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the suburb of Mudjimba are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.4% of the suburb of Mudjimba population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the suburb of Mudjimba have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mudjimba, 55.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 566 m away and the nearest pharmacy 928 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 77 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 77th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 566 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 928 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 997 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 14.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 75 places in Mudjimba, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Mudjimba is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Mudjimba has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 4% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mudjimba is $815 a week, -4.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Mudjimba has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Mudjimba hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Mudjimba maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
Mudjimba demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Mudjimba features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
Mudjimba ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mudjimba displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
Mudjimba's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Mudjimba: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mudjimba has an estimated 2,738 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 62 projects tracked in the area around Mudjimba.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Mudjimba.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32051). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2025) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Mudjimba from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Mudjimba with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
