Canungra

At A Glance

Canungra, the “Valley of the Owls”, is a tourism hotspot 40 minutes from the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Home to over 1,400 residents, it thrives on accommodation, dining, and education, with farmstays and B&Bs being popular. A growing wine industry and equine facilities contribute to its economy. As a service center, it caters to locals, tourists, and Kokoda Barracks personnel. Just a short drive from major population centres, Canungra makes the perfect location for a weekend escape

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Population

Total Population: The total usual resident population for the locality of Canungra was 1,436 people.

Percentage of Women: 49.8%

Percentage of Men: 50.2%

Average Age

Median Age in the Region: The median age for people in Canungra was 41 years. This is slightly higher than the Queensland median age of 38.

Income (Weekly Household)

The median weekly household income for Canungra was $1,883 AUD, which is notably higher than the Queensland median of $1,675. This reflects the town’s proximity to the Gold Coast and Brisbane employment hubs, and the higher-paid skilled trades in the area.

Due to the small size of the locality, detailed percentage breakdowns for specific household income brackets are not published. However, based on the median income, the three largest brackets are likely to be the high-earning groups:

$3,000 – $3,499 per week: Likely the largest of the high-income clusters.
 
$2,500 – $2,999 per week
 
$2,000 – $2,499 per week

Industry

The top three employing industries reflect the local service and regional nature of Canungra, as well as its strong connection to construction and the health sector.

Construction: The single largest employing industry for residents in the wider Canungra-Kerry and District statistical area.

Health Care and Social Assistance: Driven by the need for regional health services.

Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing: Reflecting the area’s rural base in the Scenic Rim region.

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