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Mount Coolon

QLD 4804 • Queensland

172
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6080.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteHistoric
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About Mount Coolon

Mount Coolon is a remote outback town and locality in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, located approximately 287 kilometres west of Mackay and 1,147 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. The locality spans a vast area of over 6,080 square kilometres, reflecting the scale of Queensland's interior grazing country, while supporting a small population of 172 residents at the 2021 Census. The area sits in the midst of dry, open savannah and pastoral country, with the character of a classic Queensland outback settlement.

Mount Coolon has a storied history linked to gold mining and pastoral activity, and the surrounding region retains that pioneering character. The locality is extremely remote, with limited services and no public transport; a car is essential for all daily needs. Residents and visitors are drawn by the wide-open landscape, the outback way of life, and access to the surrounding grazing and mining country. The nearest significant services are in the direction of Bowen or Mackay, each several hours away by road.

Mount Coolon falls under postcode 4804 and is governed by the Whitsunday Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4804
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Whitsunday
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.87°, 147.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6080.99 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4804

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4804, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,365
Median 2023–24
$59,080
▲ 12.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,772

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4804; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — No scheduled bus routes to Mount Coolon N/A

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
287 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Extremely remote; car is the only practical transport. Access via inland roads; no sealed highway the entire route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

All errands require a car; the locality has no retail, services, or footpaths beyond its small settlement

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
172
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
564.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 14.5%
Motor vehicle theft
263.1 / 100k
2yr Up 17.4% 10yr Up 85.5%
Non-FV assault
1,583.7 / 100k
2yr Up 27.6% 10yr Up 218.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
23.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 65.2%
Steal from vehicle
287.1 / 100k
2yr Down 10.9% 10yr Down 33.5%
View all offence categories for Whitsunday →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Coolon known for? +

Mount Coolon is known for its remote outback character, historic gold mining heritage, and vast pastoral landscapes. The locality is one of the more isolated settlements in Queensland's Whitsunday Region.

How far is Mount Coolon from Mackay? +

Mount Coolon is approximately 287 kilometres west of Mackay, roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive by road through Queensland's interior.

Does Mount Coolon have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Mount Coolon. A car is the only practical means of getting around, and the roads to the nearest towns are long and mostly unsealed in parts.

What is the population of Mount Coolon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Coolon has a population of 172 residents spread across a locality of over 6,080 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated areas in Queensland.

Is Mount Coolon a good place to live? +

Mount Coolon suits those who embrace the outback lifestyle — wide open spaces, pastoral community, and a self-sufficient way of life. It is not suitable for those who need access to urban services or amenities.

What is the postcode for Mount Coolon? +

The postcode for Mount Coolon is 4804.

Is Mount Coolon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Coolon is part of the Whitsunday 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.