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Blue Mountain

QLD 4737 • Queensland

83
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
423.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteCar-Dependent
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About Blue Mountain

Blue Mountain is a rural locality in the Isaac Region of Central Queensland, situated inland from Mackay in the elevated country between the Eton Range and the Pioneer Valley. The locality lies approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Mackay and falls within the Isaac Regional Council local government area. At the 2021 Census, Blue Mountain recorded a population of 83 residents across a substantial area of approximately 423 square kilometres, typical of the region's sparsely settled grazing and agricultural land.

The locality is characterised by grazing and cattle farming, with the timbered country featuring species such as Messmate, Blue Gum, and Ironbark set against a backdrop of productive native grasslands. Blue Mountain Road is the main access route, connecting the area to the coastal communities of the Mackay region, including the sugar-growing town of Eton to the north. The higher elevation gives the area a slightly cooler, higher-rainfall climate compared to coastal Mackay, making it well suited to beef cattle production. The wider Isaac region is Queensland's premier beef cattle and coal mining region, giving Blue Mountain a strong connection to both pastoral and resources industries.

Blue Mountain falls under postcode 4737 and is governed by the Isaac Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4737
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Isaac
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.43°, 149.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
423.15 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4737

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4737, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,651
Median 2023–24
$64,738
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$79,170

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4737; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
No direct service. Drive to Mackay (~40km) and connect via Queensland Rail North Coast Line.
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Entirely car-dependent. Access via Blue Mountain Road through Eton. Brisbane CBD approximately 980km south.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Blue Mountain is a remote rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require driving to Eton or Mackay.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
83
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Isaac Local Government Area, which contains Blue Mountain. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
453.5 / 100k
2yr Up 37.4% 10yr Up 80.9%
Motor vehicle theft
265.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 119.8%
Non-FV assault
1,005.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 301.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.6 / 100k
2yr Up 97.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
350.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 45.3%
View all offence categories for Isaac →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Mountain QLD known for? +

Blue Mountain is known as a productive rural grazing locality in Central Queensland's Isaac Region, with cattle stations set across timbered highlands above the Mackay coastal plain. The elevated terrain and higher rainfall support beef cattle production across large station properties.

How far is Blue Mountain from Mackay? +

Blue Mountain is approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Mackay, typically a 35 to 45 minute drive via Blue Mountain Road through Eton.

Does Blue Mountain QLD have public transport? +

Blue Mountain has no public transport services. The locality is entirely car-dependent, with Mackay serving as the main regional centre for all major services, shopping, and healthcare.

What is the population of Blue Mountain QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blue Mountain has a population of 83 residents spread across approximately 423 square kilometres of rural land in the Isaac Regional Council area of Central Queensland.

Is Blue Mountain QLD a good place to live? +

Blue Mountain suits those who enjoy a remote rural lifestyle with a focus on cattle farming or acreage living, with the coastal amenities of Mackay relatively accessible within 40 kilometres. The cooler elevated climate and wide open spaces are a drawcard for those seeking a peaceful rural property.

What is the postcode for Blue Mountain QLD? +

The postcode for Blue Mountain, Queensland is 4737, which is also shared with a number of other localities in the Mackay and Sarina districts.

Is Blue Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blue Mountain is part of the Isaac LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Blue Mountain? +

Blue Mountain had a population of 83 at the 2021 Census.