Kooralbyn

Population

Total Population: The total usual resident population for the locality of Kooralbyn was 1,697 people.
 
Percentage of Women: 50.0%
 
Percentage of Men: 50.0%

Average Age

Median Age in the Region: The median age for people in Kooralbyn was 53 years. This is substantially higher than the Queensland median age of 38, indicating a large, older, and retired population.

Income (Weekly Household)

The median weekly household income for the Kooralbyn locality was $942 AUD, which is significantly lower than the Queensland median of $1,675. This low figure is heavily influenced by the high proportion of retirees relying on pensions and lower-wage service workers.

Due to the small size of the locality, detailed percentage breakdowns for all specific income brackets are not published. The available data for the wider Beaudesert – Kooralbyn and District statistical area shows a high percentage of low-to-middle income earners. The largest brackets are likely:

$650 – $799 per week: This bracket is a high-ranking cluster, likely driven by pension/retirement income.

$1,000 – $1,249 per week: Reflecting mid-range service industry wages.

$2,000 – $2,499 per week: A smaller, high-earning cluster (skilled trades and professionals) who commute to work.

Industry

Health Care and Social Assistance: 12.3% of employed residents. The single largest employing industry, driven by the needs of the older population.
 
Construction: 11.8% of employed residents. Reflecting ongoing regional development and maintenance.
 
Retail Trade: 9.6% of employed residents. Serving the local community as a commercial centre.