Federal Electorate · Area profile
Maranoa
729,962 km²
A high proportion of homes are owned outright in Maranoa, where 38.8% of residents have no mortgage. This is a noticeably older community, with a typical age of 43 and a significant population of seniors. It is a largely traditional Australian area with low overseas birth rates and a strong connection to the land, reflecting its role as a regional hub. The population has grown slightly to over 151,000 people since 2011.
Families are well catered for: 162 schools serve Maranoa.
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The area is noticeably older than the national figure, with a typical age of 43 and a high proportion of seniors at 21.9%. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 7.5% of the population, which is well above the national average.
This community has very few people born overseas, at just 8.6%, which is far below the national figure. Most residents claim Australian or English ancestry.
English is the dominant language, with only 3.8% of people using another language at home. This is far below the national average, and very few people speak little or no English.
Christianity remains the most common faith at 56.1%. The number of people reporting no religion rose significantly since 2011 to 31.7%, though this is still well below the national figure.
Academic qualifications are much lower than in most areas, with only 11.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree. This is far below the national average, and only 40.2% of residents completed Year 12.
Household incomes are among the lowest at this level, with a typical family earning $1,542 a week. This is well below the national figure of $2,120.
Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, as 32% of people have a long-term health condition. Those needing help with daily activities also sit at a higher 7.0% compared to the national average.
Volunteering is very high at 20%, placing the area among the highest at this level. There is also a higher rate of former Defence Force members compared to most areas.
People are more likely to live alone here than in most other areas, at 29.4%. One-parent families also make up a higher share of households at 15.5%.
Detached houses are the norm for 91.3% of homes, far above the national average. Rents and mortgage payments are among the lowest at this level, with a typical weekly rent of $240.
The area is heavily reliant on cars, with only 0.6% of people using public transport to get to work. Very few homes lack a motor vehicle, and public transport stops are among the lowest at this level.
Movement into the area is lower than in most regions, with 36.4% of people moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 14.7% of the population.
Full-time employment is well above the national average at 62.6%, though fewer adults overall are working or looking for work. Many residents work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
The area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 2.4. Only 34.8% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of basic amenities, which is far below the state average.