Mungindi

Mungindi has a very high First Nations population at 18.5%, far above the national figure of 3.2%. The typical resident is 39, and there is a notably high proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to other areas.

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 91.9% born here. This means the proportion of people born overseas is much lower than in most other areas and far below the national average.

English is the primary language for 91.1% of residents. While 4.8% use another language at home—which is higher than in similar areas—this is still far below the national average.

The community is strongly religious, with 72.6% identifying as Christian. Those with no religion make up only 16.1%, a figure far below the national average.

Educational attainment is lower than in most areas, with only 10.8% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. This is reflected in Year 12 completion rates, which are far below the national figure.

Personal income is a little above the national figure, with a typical weekly income of $908. However, the typical weekly household income of $1,416 is a little below the national average.

Health challenges are common here; 36.3% of people have a long-term health condition and 8.1% need help with daily activities, both of which are much higher than in most areas.

Volunteering is very common at 24.5%, far above the national rate. More people here also provide unpaid childcare and housework than is typical for the state.

First Nations residents in Mungindi are far older than the national average, with a typical age of 45. While personal income for this group is well above the state average, Year 12 completion is far below.

Living arrangements are distinctive, as 38.3% of people live alone—far above the national average. However, the typical home still holds 2.3 people, which is a little below the national figure.

Home ownership is very high, with 57.4% of homes owned outright, far above the national average. Rent is also much lower than usual, with a typical weekly payment of $180.

The area is entirely dependent on cars, as every single home has at least one vehicle. There are no public transport stops or routes available in the community.

About 37% of the population moved in the last five years, which is a higher rate than in most similar areas, though still well below the state average.

Full-time employment is very high at 77.6%, far above the national figure. Many people work in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, though the unemployment rate is also well above the national average at 9.5%.

The area is highly car-dependent with a very low walkability score. Most residents live far from parks, schools, and groceries, though half are within a 15-minute walk of health services.