Tamborine Mountain

Population

Total Population: The total usual resident population for the locality of Tamborine Mountain was 8,105 people.
 
Percentage of Women: 51.8%
 
Percentage of Men: 48.2%

Average Age

Median Age in the Region: The median age for people in Tamborine Mountain was 50 years. This is significantly higher than the Queensland median age of 38, indicating a large, older, and retired population, consistent with its appeal as a lifestyle location.

Income (Weekly Household)

The median weekly household income for Tamborine Mountain was $1,505 AUD, which is slightly lower than the Queensland median of $1,675. This is influenced by the large retired population, balanced by high-income working households.

The three largest household income brackets by percentage are:

$2,000 – $2,499: 11.2%
 
$650 – $799: 7.8%
 
$800 – $999: 7.2%

Industry

Health Care and Social Assistance: 14.2% of employed residents. The largest employer, driven by the needs of the older, local population.
 
Education and Training: 12.6% of employed residents. Reflecting the local schools and the number of professionals working in this sector.
 
Accommodation and Food Services: 9.9% of employed residents. Directly linked to the mountain’s role as a major tourist destination (restaurants, cafés, boutique accommodation).