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Coomoo

QLD 4702 • Queensland

24
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
523.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteOutbackPastoral
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About Coomoo

Coomoo is a rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands Region, situated approximately 138 kilometres southwest of Rockhampton and 701 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane. Covering around 524 square kilometres of grazing country, Coomoo had a population of just 24 people at the 2021 census, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled pastoral locality. It falls within the Flynn federal division and the Gregory state electorate. The area is characterised by open eucalyptus woodland and grazing land typical of central Queensland.

Coomoo is deep agricultural country, where beef cattle grazing dominates the landscape and the rural community is closely connected to the land. The nearest town of significance is Duaringa (27 km north), which offers basic services, while Rockhampton provides the full range of regional facilities approximately 138 kilometres to the east. Life in Coomoo is self-reliant and quiet, attracting those involved in the pastoral industry or seeking a remote rural lifestyle. The locality exemplifies the vast, peaceful grazing country of inland Queensland.

Coomoo falls under postcode 4702. For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
523.68 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Duaringa
27 km
Central Western Line (limited freight/passenger service)

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
138 km
By Train
N/A – no practical passenger rail from locality
By Bus
N/A – no local bus service
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 45 min via Capricorn Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 45 min via Capricorn Highway

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport option. Duaringa (27 km) provides the nearest basic services; Rockhampton is the major service centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Coomoo is an extremely remote rural locality with no public transport, footpaths, or local amenities. All travel requires a private vehicle.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
24
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coomoo known for? +

Coomoo is a rural locality in Queensland's Central Highlands Region, situated approximately 138 kilometres southwest of Rockhampton and 701 kilometres north-northwest of Brisbane. Covering around 524 square kilometres of grazing country, Coomoo had a population of just 24 people at the 2021 census, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled pastoral locality.

How far is Coomoo from Brisbane CBD? +

Coomoo is approximately 138 km from Rockhampton CBD. By car, the journey takes around ~1 hr 45 min via Capricorn Highway off-peak and ~1 hr 45 min via Capricorn Highway during peak hours.

Does Coomoo have public transport? +

Coomoo is served by Duaringa (27 km away) on the Central Western Line (limited freight/passenger service). The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately ~1 hr 45 min via Capricorn Highway by car.

What is the population of Coomoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coomoo has a population of approximately 24 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Coomoo a good place to live? +

Coomoo suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Coomoo? +

The postcode for Coomoo, QLD is 4702.