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Kilcummin

QLD 4721 • Queensland

228
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2236.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteOutback
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About Kilcummin

Kilcummin is a sparsely populated rural locality in Central Queensland, situated within the Isaac Regional Council area approximately 90 kilometres south-west of Moranbah and 180 kilometres from Emerald. The locality covers an enormous 2,236 square kilometres of predominantly open downs and grazing country, characteristic of the Central Highlands. With a population of around 228 residents and a median household income above the national average — reflecting agricultural and mining sector employment in the region — Kilcummin is home to large cattle and cropping properties.

The area is well regarded in agricultural circles for its productive farming and grazing land, with reliable seasons supporting mixed farming enterprises. The Kilcummin State Primary School serves local families, while the nearby town of Clermont, approximately 100 kilometres south, provides secondary schooling, a hospital, and essential services. Emerald is the main regional centre for the Central Highlands, offering hospitals, shopping centres, an airport, and the full range of services expected of a major rural hub.

Kilcummin falls under postcode 4721 and is governed by the Isaac Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4721
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Isaac
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-22.32°, 147.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2236.02 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4721

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4721, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,691
Median 2023–24
$63,923
▲ 16.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,887

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4721; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
900 km
By Train
No passenger rail to Kilcummin
By Car (Peak)
9 hr - 11 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
9 hr - 10 hr

🛣️ Emerald airport offers flights to Brisbane; Clermont is the nearest service town approx. 100 km south; most properties accessed via gravel roads

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Extremely remote rural locality; a car is essential for all needs with the nearest services over 100 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
228
▲ 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 Kilcummin. 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 Kilcummin known for? +

Kilcummin is known for its highly productive farming and grazing land in Central Queensland, with quality downs country supporting mixed farming enterprises including cattle and cropping. The area is well regarded for its reliable seasons and quality agricultural land.

How far is Kilcummin from the nearest city? +

Kilcummin is approximately 180 kilometres from Emerald — the main regional centre — and around 900 kilometres from Brisbane. Clermont, the nearest service town, is approximately 100 kilometres south.

Does Kilcummin have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Kilcummin. The locality is highly remote, with most properties accessed via gravel roads. A car is essential; the nearest regular services are in Clermont, approximately 100 km away.

What is the population of Kilcummin? +

Kilcummin has a population of approximately 228 residents according to the 2021 Census, distributed across an enormous area of over 2,236 square kilometres of agricultural and grazing land.

Is Kilcummin a good place to live? +

Kilcummin suits those in the agricultural sector who value productive land and the community character of rural Central Queensland. The area offers an authentic outback lifestyle, though it demands complete self-reliance given the distance from services.

What is the postcode for Kilcummin? +

The postcode for Kilcummin, QLD is 4721.

Is Kilcummin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kilcummin 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.