Charters Towers City

QLD 4820 • Rest of QLD

2,219
Population (2021)
$31,252
Median Income
2.88 km²
Area
316m
Elevation

About Charters Towers City

Charters Towers City is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Charters Towers (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,219 and a median income of $31,252, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.88 km² at an elevation of 316m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 316m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Charters Towers City offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Charters Towers City falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by Charters Towers Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4820
Urban Area
Charters Towers
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.08°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
2.88 km²
Elevation
316m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,009
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,134
Census 2021
2,219
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,960
Income 2021
$31,252
25.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,737
Born Overseas 172

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 33
  • 2. England 27
  • 3. Philippines 22
  • 4. India 12
  • 5. Vietnam 11
  • 6. United States 10
  • 7. South Africa 9
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 8
  • 9. Canada 6
  • 10. Sri Lanka 6
  • 11. Malaysia 4
  • 12. Netherlands 4
  • 13. Scotland 4
  • 14. Thailand 4
  • 15. Pakistan 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 913
English 757
Irish 258
Australian Aboriginal 230
Scottish 214
German 91
Chinese 40
Italian 39
Filipino 23
Indian 22

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,525
Both parents born in Australia
205
Both parents born overseas
169
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.9%
No Religion
36.5%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
93 (4.2%)
5-14 years
331 (14.9%)
15-19 years
166 (7.5%)
20-24 years
126 (5.7%)
25-34 years
225 (10.1%)
35-44 years
248 (11.2%)
45-54 years
273 (12.3%)
55-64 years
291 (13.1%)
65-74 years
248 (11.2%)
75-84 years
160 (7.2%)
85+ years
58 (2.6%)

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