Cootharaba

The community is notably older than most, with 21.6% of residents aged 65 and over, which is well above the national figure. Children under 15 make up 16.1% of the population, a little below the state average.

English and Australian ancestries are most common here. While 17.8% of people were born overseas, this is well below the figures for both Queensland and Australia.

English is the primary language for the vast majority of residents, with only 2.3% using another language at home. This is far below the national rate of 22.3%.

A large majority of residents report no religion at 52.8%, which is far above the national figure of 38.9%. Christianity is the next most common affiliation at 31.1%.

A higher number of residents hold a bachelor degree or more compared to similar areas, though this is still well below the national average. About 47.2% of residents completed Year 12, which is far below the Australian figure.

Typical personal incomes are well below the national figure, with the usual weekly amount being $608. Similarly, the typical household income of $1,465 is a little below the state average.

Health profiles are around the middle for similar areas, with 27% of people living with a long-term health condition. Arthritis is the most commonly reported issue at 8.2%.

A high number of residents spend 15 or more hours a week on unpaid housework, which is far above the national average. About 4.6% of the population served in the Defence Force, which is a little above the national figure.

There are 13 First Nations people in the area. Their median personal income of $1,125 is far above the national figure of $540.

Families tend to be larger here, with 2.7 people per home. Couples with children make up 54.1% of households, while those living alone are well below the state average at 19.4%.

Almost every home is a separate house, and 43.1% are owned outright, which is far above the national rate. Renting is very uncommon here at just 12%.

The area is entirely reliant on cars, with zero people commuting by public transport and no available PT stops. About 21.2% of workers work from home, which is well above the state average.

Around 34.3% of residents moved in the last five years, though this is well below the national average. Recent arrivals from overseas are also low at 3.9%.

Working or looking for work is less common here than in most areas, with only 52.9% of adults doing so. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about the same as the national figure.

Cootharaba is highly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.1, far below the Queensland average. There are no groceries, schools, or health services within a 15-minute walk.