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Mirani

QLD 4754 • Rest of QLD

1,806
Population (2021)
$97,344
Median Household Income
51.85 km²
Area
$325/wk
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableHistoric

About Mirani

Mirani is a rural town and locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, situated approximately 37 kilometres west of Mackay along the Pioneer Valley. The town has a population of around 1,806 people and sits at an elevation of 120 metres amid some of Queensland's most productive sugar cane country. Mirani serves as the western gateway to the Pioneer Valley and has a long history tied to the sugar industry, with cane farming dominating the surrounding landscape. The Mirani railway station historically served the region as part of the North Coast network.

Life in Mirani centres around its close-knit community, with local shops, parks, and sporting clubs providing essential social infrastructure for valley residents. The town is a base for workers in the sugar cane and farming industries and attracts outdoor enthusiasts due to its proximity to Eungella National Park, home to the platypus-watching habitat at Broken River. Families are drawn to the affordable housing and relaxed country lifestyle, while the Pioneer Valley's scenic drives and waterfalls make Mirani a quiet but appealing place to call home.

Mirani falls under postcode 4754 and is governed by Mackay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4754
Urban Area
Mirani
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.16°, 148.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
51.85 km²
Elevation
54m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,647
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3%

13 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mirani Railway Station
0.5 km
7 min

Bus Services

  • Regional coach service — Mackay CBD 50 min

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
37 km
By Train
Limited passenger services; primarily freight line
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-40 min

🛣️ The Pioneer Valley Road connects Mirani to Mackay. Most residents commute by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most amenities require a car; town centre walkable for local errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,541
Census 2021
1,806
▲ 17.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,956
Personal Income 2021
$41,288
▲ 21.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$41,288 / yr
$794/wk
Household
$97,344 / yr
$1872/wk
Family
$106,340 / yr
$2045/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,392
Born Overseas 100

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 28
  • 2. England 17
  • 3. South Africa 10
  • 4. Scotland 7
  • 5. Philippines 5
  • 6. India 4
  • 7. Fiji 3
  • 8. Poland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 833
English 597
Scottish 137
Irish 125
German 116
Australian Aboriginal 66
Italian 40
Maltese 25
Dutch 18
New Zealander 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,218
Both parents born in Australia
137
Both parents born overseas
141
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.8%
No Religion
40.4%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
161 (8.9%)
5-14 years
309 (17.1%)
15-19 years
115 (6.4%)
20-24 years
103 (5.7%)
25-34 years
235 (13.0%)
35-44 years
249 (13.8%)
45-54 years
198 (11.0%)
55-64 years
162 (9.0%)
65-74 years
138 (7.6%)
75-84 years
83 (4.6%)
85+ years
43 (2.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mirani located? +

Mirani is a rural town in the Mackay Region of Queensland, about 37 kilometres west of Mackay along the Pioneer Valley.

What is Mirani known for? +

Mirani is known for its sugar cane farming heritage and as the gateway to the Pioneer Valley and Eungella National Park, which is famous for platypus sightings at Broken River.

What schools are in Mirani? +

Mirani has two government schools: Mirani State School (primary) and Mirani State High School (secondary).

What is the median rent in Mirani? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Mirani is approximately $325 per week, making it one of the more affordable towns in the Mackay region.

How do I get from Mirani to Mackay? +

The drive from Mirani to Mackay takes approximately 40 minutes via the Peak Downs Highway and Pioneer Valley Road. There are also regional coach services connecting the two centres.

What is the average income in Mirani? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mirani is about $794 per week (around $41,300 per year). The median household income is $1,872 per week and the median family income is $2,045 per week.

What is the age profile of Mirani? +

The median age in Mirani is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (309 residents, around 17%). Around 32% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mirani a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mirani is part of the Mackay 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 Mirani? +

Mirani had a population of 1,806 at the 2021 Census, up 17.2% from 1,541 in 2016.

How much is rent in Mirani? +

In Mirani, the median weekly rent is $325, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,647 (2021 Census).