Moorina

The typical resident here is 48, making the area far older than both Queensland and Australia. Children under 15 make up only 11.2% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

Most residents were born in Australia, though 16.1% were born overseas, a figure higher than in most similar areas. English is the most common ancestry at 49.6%.

English is the primary language for 94.3% of the community. Only 2.5% of people use another language at home, which is far below the state and national figures.

About 43.4% of residents report having no religion, which is well above the national average. Christianity is the most common affiliation at 50.1%.

The community is well-qualified, with 17.4% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have a Certificate III or IV, and the most common field of study is engineering.

Moorina is a wealthy area where 35.7% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, far above the national figure. The typical family income is $2,517 per week, which is a little above the Queensland average.

About 30.3% of people have a long-term health condition, which is a little above the national figure. Arthritis and asthma are among the most common reported conditions.

Residents are more likely to provide unpaid care than those in most other areas. Interestingly, 5.9% of the population served in the Defence Force, which is well above the national figure.

There are 7 First Nations people in the area. While their typical personal income is much lower than most areas, their household income is far above the state and national averages.

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household. Most families are couples with children (59.1%) or couples without children (34.1%), while very few people live alone.

The area is almost entirely made up of separate houses, with 91.5% having three or more bedrooms. Mortgage payments are high, with a typical monthly payment of $2,167.

Every single home in Moorina has a motor vehicle, and most have three or more. This car reliance is reflected in the fact that 59.5% of people drive themselves to work.

The community is relatively stable, with only 29.9% of people moving in the last five years. No recent arrivals from overseas were recorded.

The unemployment rate is very low at 1.3%, well below the national figure. Many residents work in construction, manufacturing, or as managers.

Moorina is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.0. There are no grocery stores, health services, or public transport stops within a 15-minute walk of any home.