Taroom

Population

Total Population: The total usual resident population for the locality of Taroom was 885 people.
 
Percentage of Women: 50.6%
 
Percentage of Men: 49.4%

Average Age

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

Income (Weekly Household)

The median weekly household income for Taroom was $1,323 AUD, which is lower than the Queensland median of $1,675. This is likely influenced by the mix of higher-income agricultural managers and local service workers.

Due to the small size of the locality, detailed percentage breakdowns for all specific income brackets are not published. However, the three largest household income clusters (based on the employment profile and overall distribution) are likely to be:

$1,000 – $1,249 per week: Likely the largest cluster, reflecting mid-range service industry wages.
 
$2,000 – $2,499 per week: This bracket is a high-ranking cluster, reflecting high agricultural and professional incomes.
 
$650 – $799 per week: A significant cluster, likely driven by pension/retirement income.

Industry

Beef Cattle Farming (Specialised): 24.6% of employed residents. The single largest employing industry by a significant margin, reflecting the town’s core economic link to the regional cattle industry.
 
Local Government Administration: 10.5% of employed residents. Reflecting its role as an administrative centre for the local government area (Shire of Banana/Western Downs).
 
Aged Care Residential Services: 8.2% of employed residents. Driven by the need for health and care services for the older local population.