Suburb profile · Rest of Qld
Nambour has an estimated 13,622 residents, up 12.2% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Nambour.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Order a reportDraw your own catchment
You are viewing the free Snapshot. Dashboard puts rankings, rents, projects and services on one screen, and Full adds every chapter with charts and maps. Dashboard and Full are included with AreaSearch Operator and Pro, or unlocked by the area's Area Expert. You need to log in to open them.
Positioned 94 kilometres north from Brisbane CBD, the picturesque town of Nambour, Queensland, is celebrated for its lush, rolling hills, verdant forests, and tranquil rivers that cultivate a relaxed lifestyle for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Enriched by historical sites, museums, active markets, and a flourishing arts scene, the suburb of Nambour combines welcoming community spirit with vibrant local living. Demographically, the area exhibits strong expansion patterns, with its population estimated at around 13,622 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts and quarterly national address file updates. This marks an increase of 1,477 people (12.2%) from the 12,145 residents recorded at the 2021 Census.
The community exhibits a fairly standard age profile with a median age 40, characterised by a substantial prevalence of lone person households alongside lower-quartile income levels.
Free with an AreaSearch account. Pro is not needed.Free. Built in your browser.
01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 94 kilometres north from Brisbane CBD, the picturesque town of Nambour, Queensland, is celebrated for its lush, rolling hills, verdant forests, and tranquil rivers that cultivate a relaxed lifestyle for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Enriched by historical sites, museums, active markets, and a flourishing arts scene, the suburb of Nambour combines welcoming community spirit with vibrant local living. Demographically, the area exhibits strong expansion patterns, with its population estimated at around 13,622 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts and quarterly national address file updates. This marks an increase of 1,477 people (12.2%) from the 12,145 residents recorded at the 2021 Census.
The community exhibits a fairly standard age profile with a median age 40, characterised by a substantial prevalence of lone person households alongside lower-quartile income levels.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,526 in 2006 and 13,203 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,622 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Nambour ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for amenities and the 85th 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 Nambour is $585 a week, up 5.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 9% below Regional Qld.
9% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $393 in 2017, $703 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $263 in 2017, $498 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $703 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $498 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Nambour | $621 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Nambour, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 | |
| 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 |
See the development applications we track, then draw your own catchment and map retailers, health, schools and more.
Status of the 66 tracked applications: 50 approved, 7 under assessment, 9 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Add retailers, health, schools and development applications around Nambour, then export the list.
The map builder can plot
AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Nambour (2 under construction) and 34 more in the surrounding area.
The project transforms the Nambour waste facility into a regional hub to support sustainable waste management and a circular economy. Totaling more than 83 million AUD in works, it features a completed state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility, a signalised traffic intersection upgrade at Cooney Road, ongoing construction of a new resource recovery…
Council-led revitalisation of Nambour town centre under the Nambour (Namba) Place Plan. The funded first stage focuses on Mill Street and Currie Street streetscape works, including a new signalised raised pedestrian crossing, upgraded footpaths and lighting, landscaping, garden beds, street trees, alfresco dining areas, street furniture, improved…
The former Nambour Central Shopping Centre has been fully repurposed by Haben Property Group into a large-scale medical and allied health hub. The facility serves as a comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare destination for the Sunshine Coast hinterland, hosting multiple GP clinics, specialist medical practices, pathology, radiology, pharmacy…
A proposed four-storey residential complex featuring 18 units designed by Sprout Architects, located on a vacant block within walking distance of Nambour Plaza. The development was tendered in late 2022 with an estimated construction budget of $4-5 million.
The $86.2 million redevelopment of Nambour General Hospital reached full completion in late 2024, significantly expanding the facility's capacity and service offerings. The project increased total bed capacity from 137 to 255 beds.
Multi-stage residential estate development in Nambour with community facilities and landscaping. Stage 3 features 600sqm+ blocks.
A DA-approved mixed-use development on a 1.9ha parcel featuring seven commercial showrooms ranging from 411 to 600 sq m and 20 two and three-storey townhouses. Located behind ALDI and Fruity Life, access is via an easement. The project includes 77 commercial parking spaces and 35 residential spaces.
A boutique land development in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland offering 68 lots ranging from 450m2 to 6,205m2 with elevated views, scenic paths, and green spaces, located 20 minutes from beaches. Marketed by Ken Guy Buderim, construction is largely complete on the estate infrastructure, with land titled and new homes currently being constructed and sold.
A boutique residential estate offering 58 home sites ranging from 600 sqm to over 2000 sqm, with a mix of flat and sloping blocks. Stage One is sold out with house and land packages available. Stage Two releases are available for presale, providing a relaxed hinterland lifestyle close to Nambour amenities.
Parklane Estate is a 38-lot residential subdivision in Burnside on the Sunshine Coast. The site was sold in July 2024 with an approved subdivision and has since been rebranded as Parklane Estate. Civil construction and infrastructure works are underway, with premium residential lots and house and land packages now being actively marketed.
Boutique residential community nestled in the hillside of Nambour, consisting of 63 residential homesites with beautiful views to the surrounding hillside and easy access to shops, medical services, schools, and Sunshine Coast beaches.
A completed master-planned residential community in Nambour, QLD, featuring 87 generously sized lots. The estate is close to schools, shopping, and public transport, and includes parkland and playgrounds, situated with views of the Blackall Range. Civil works were completed by Carruthers Contracting, with lots registering around early 2020.
Images marked AI impression are illustrative only and not photographs of the project; follow the project links for actual imagery. Original imagery? Contact us.
Estimated completion year of the 20 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 8, 2027 4, 2028 1, 2029 1. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 66 substantial development applications lodged in and around Nambour over the past 5 years, 12 in the last 12 months; 7 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 10, 2023 17, 2024 13, 2025 16, 2026 (to Oct) 8.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 66 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 74 | ABS building approvals | 71st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 50 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Nambour include: Sunshine Coast Council Division 10 Hinterland Infrastructure and Revitalisation Program (Construction); Nambour Administration Building Repurposing Project (Construction); Nambour Place Revitalisation Project (Approved); Nambour Heritage Tramway Project (Construction); and Landsborough to Nambour Rail Corridor Upgrade (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Nambour spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Social Infrastructure, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Nambour among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Nambour area has seen 117 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Nambour's current population of 13,622 has been supported by 74 approvals on average over recent years.
The long-run outlook for development is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Nambour's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 74, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Nambour has grown by approximately 1,136 people, while 371 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Nambour lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,622 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,256 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,145 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,477 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.85 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Nambour was estimated to be approximately 13,622 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,203 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Nambour has added approximately 1,477 people and shown a 12.16% increase from the 12,145 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Nambour is estimated at 1,256 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Nambour has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Nambour is driven by: Interstate migration (62.0%), Overseas migration (27.0%), Natural increase (11.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 62.0% of overall population gains.
Nambour's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.5% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | 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 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Nambour at 39 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Nambour is 2 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) yet comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Nambour compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Nambour compared to the Regional Qld region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 9.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Nambour is broadly in line with Regional Qld.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.5% of the population in the suburb of Nambour as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.5% of the population in the suburb of Nambour as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,554 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,692 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,224 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $641 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 8.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,529 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 31.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Nambour is approximately $54,148. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,554.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Nambour is approximately $66,078. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,692.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Nambour is approximately $54,148 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,554 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Nambour is approximately $66,078 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,692 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Nambour's households (~30.4% / 1,462 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Nambour is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Nambour is $1,224/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Nambour is $1,529/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Nambour is $641/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Nambour had a median income among taxpayers of $50,554 with the average level standing at $61,692. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $56,722 and $71,544 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $54,148 (median) and $66,078 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Nambour is $4,147 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Nambour's disposable income is $4,147 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Nambour are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 12% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 59.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,021 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,498 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,499 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Nambour has approximately 6,021 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.4%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Nambour stands at 7.4%, which is 3.4 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Nambour is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (21.0% of employment), retail trade (11.7%), and construction (11.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Nambour 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 Nambour is 59.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The suburb of Nambour shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 21.0% of the local workforce compared to 16.1% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
The long-run outlook for employment is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
The suburb of Nambour's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 1.7% decline, ranking 25th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Nambour sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
16.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Nambour have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
40.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Nambour have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Nambour ranks in the 47th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Nambour are: Certificate (31.6%), Bachelor Degree (12.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
27.4% of the population in the suburb of Nambour is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.0% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Nambour is 1011, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Nambour, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,860 students.
The suburb of Nambour includes 2 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Nambour features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,805 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,389 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 63.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Nambour had 4,805 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.2% to an estimated 5,389 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Nambour is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 63.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (32.8%), group households (4.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,027 family households, couples with children account for 23.4% of all households, couples without children at home 22.7%, and single parent families 15.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Nambour shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 32.8% (versus 25.6% in Regional Qld). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 63.0% compared to 70.4% in Regional Qld. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Nambour have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 36.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.4% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 32.8% of all households in the suburb of Nambour, higher 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 4.1% of households, in line with the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
Nambour 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 | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
Nambour was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.7% of its population being citizens, 82.0% born in Australia, and 93.8% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Nambour, at 44.2% of people, although more residents (52.7%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 1.3% of the population, compared to 1.1% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Nambour are English, comprising 31.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 27.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Nambour (vs 0.9% across Regional Qld), German at 4.9% (vs 4.7%) and Dutch at 1.5% (vs 1.1%).
18.0% of the suburb of Nambour population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
6.2% of the population in the suburb of Nambour speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
3.3% of the suburb of Nambour population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
87.7% of the suburb of Nambour population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Nambour displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 39.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.5% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,560 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Nambour, 23.7% of homes are owned outright, 36.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 39.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Nambour are houses.
In the suburb of Nambour, 13.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 20.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Nambour stands at 23.7%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Nambour is $1,560, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Nambour is $1,157, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Nambour, households with mortgages typically spend 29.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Nambour is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Nambour shows mortgage holders spending 29.4% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 27.8% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Nambour consists of 66.5% detached houses, 20.4% semi-detached dwellings, 13.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Nambour consumes approximately 21.8% of median household income ($5,300 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Nambour show attached dwellings contributing 32% of approvals compared to 34% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 68% of applications versus 66% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Nambour is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 28th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 60.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
Around 49.7% of people in the suburb of Nambour are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Nambour, 10.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
8.9% of people in the suburb of Nambour are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.0% of the suburb of Nambour population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of Nambour have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Nambour, 49.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 27 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 27th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 1,223 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 11 public transport stops within the suburb of Nambour.
The suburb of Nambour has 40 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 5 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 654 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 547 m away and the nearest school 690 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 11 stops nearby, 40 weekly trips, access rating 27 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 96th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 547 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 690 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 755 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 766 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 777 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.4 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 are 4 long day care centres with 367 places in Nambour, about 2.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
Short silent previews of sample pages. Sector reports are ordered for a catchment you draw, not for the suburb as a whole.
05Reports and tools
Order a report and find more tools.
An area report on Nambour is built to order and emailed to you.
Ordered reports
The other sector reports are ordered on a custom catchment: draw your own area to add them. The order window shows the estimate before you place the order.
Order a reportShort silent previews of sample pages. Base and Child Care can be ordered for Nambour.
06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Nambour among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Nambour ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Nambour is $585 a week, +5.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Nambour lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Nambour's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
Employment drivers in Nambour are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 12% of areas assessed across Australia.
Educational attainment in Nambour sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Nambour features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
Nambour ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Nambour displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Qld.
Health performance in Nambour is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Nambour has an estimated 13,622 residents, up 12.2% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Nambour.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 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 Nambour.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. 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 (SAL32099). 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 (Aug 2026) 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 Nambour 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 Nambour with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
