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Kokotungo

QLD 4702 • Queensland

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
781.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutback
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About Kokotungo

Kokotungo is a remote rural locality in the Banana Shire of Central Queensland, situated approximately 160 kilometres west of Rockhampton and around 28 kilometres north-east of the small township of Baralaba. Covering a vast 781 square kilometres of grazing country, the locality had a 2021 Census population of just 89 residents, underscoring its sparse, pastoral character. The area takes its name from an Aboriginal word for a local hill, and the landscape is defined by open cattle country typical of Queensland's Central Highlands region.

Kokotungo is quintessential outback Queensland — a working landscape of large cattle stations with little in the way of retail or community facilities within the locality itself. Residents rely on Baralaba for basic services and Biloela (approximately 90 kilometres south-west) for more substantial shopping and medical facilities. The Dawson Valley railway line once passed through the area, though it has long since closed, and a private vehicle is essential for getting around this remote locality.

Kokotungo falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Banana Council (Local Government Area). 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
Banana
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
781.29 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

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Biloela / Rockhampton N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
approx. 6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 5.5 hrs

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; nearest service centre is Biloela (~90 km south-west) or Rockhampton (~160 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

There are no shops or services within the locality; all errands require driving to Baralaba or Biloela

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.8 / 100k
2yr Down 46.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
210.7 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Up 241.0%
Non-FV assault
1,000.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 255.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
197.5 / 100k
2yr Down 57.3% 10yr Up 43.9%
View all offence categories for Banana →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kokotungo known for? +

Kokotungo is known for its wide open cattle grazing country in Central Queensland's Banana Shire. The locality covers more than 781 square kilometres of pastoral land, and the name derives from an Aboriginal word for a nearby hill.

How far is Kokotungo from the nearest major city? +

Kokotungo is approximately 160 kilometres west of Rockhampton, Queensland's nearest major regional city. The drive takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours. Brisbane is approximately 520 kilometres away by road, around a 5.5 to 6 hour drive.

Does Kokotungo have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Kokotungo. The former Dawson Valley railway line that once passed through the area has closed. A private vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the locality.

What is the population of Kokotungo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kokotungo has a population of 89 residents, spread across a very large area of approximately 781 square kilometres of grazing land.

Is Kokotungo a good place to live? +

Kokotungo suits those who value an isolated rural lifestyle on large pastoral properties, far from urban conveniences. It offers peace and wide open spaces, though residents must travel considerable distances to Baralaba or Biloela for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Kokotungo? +

The postcode for Kokotungo is 4702, shared with Rockhampton and surrounding Central Queensland localities.

Is Kokotungo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kokotungo is part of the Banana 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.