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Mundubbera

QLD 4626 • Rest of QLD

1,120
Population (2021)
$64,532
Median Household Income
36.05 km²
Area
$220/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRegional TownAffordable

About Mundubbera

Mundubbera is a rural town in Queensland's North Burnett Region, situated approximately 360 kilometres northwest of Brisbane and 184 kilometres west-southwest of Bundaberg. At the 2021 census it had a population of 1,120 people, spread across 35.7 square kilometres along the Burnett River. The town serves as the commercial hub for a wide surrounding agricultural district in the North Burnett hinterland.

Mundubbera is renowned as the Citrus Capital of Queensland, with extensive orange and mandarin orchards dominating the local economy and landscape. The town centre on Lyons Street offers essential services including a supermarket, medical centre, hotel, and local schools, while the surrounding farms attract seasonal workers each harvest. Families and retirees make up much of the permanent population, drawn by the quiet rural pace, affordable housing, and strong community spirit.

Mundubbera falls under postcode 4626 and is governed by North Burnett Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4626
Urban Area
North Burnett - Rural
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.59°, 151.30°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
36.05 km²
Elevation
124m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,029
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.7%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Translink regional coach — Gayndah / Bundaberg ~45 min to Gayndah, ~2.5 hrs to Bundaberg

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct rail – not serviced
By Bus
Coach via Gayndah / Gympie (~5+ hrs)
By Car (Peak)
~3 hrs 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Gayndah (37 km); Bundaberg is the closest major city at ~184 km.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car. The compact town centre on Lyons Street is walkable for basic services, but the surrounding locality is rural and spread out.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,261
Census 2021
1,120
▼ 11.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,852
Personal Income 2021
$38,584
▲ 14.0% 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
$38,584 / yr
$742/wk
Household
$64,532 / yr
$1241/wk
Family
$79,092 / yr
$1521/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 686
Born Overseas 289

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Nepal 109
  • 2. New Zealand 21
  • 3. Indonesia 16
  • 4. England 12
  • 5. South Korea 11
  • 6. Japan 9
  • 7. Malaysia 9
  • 8. China 7
  • 9. Pakistan 7
  • 10. Thailand 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 352
English 315
German 112
Australian Aboriginal 74
Irish 70
Scottish 64
Chinese 23
Korean 12
Filipino 11
Italian 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

587
Both parents born in Australia
315
Both parents born overseas
73
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.7%
No Religion
29.2%
Hinduism
9.8%
Islam
2.3%
Buddhism
2.2%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
43 (3.8%)
5-14 years
111 (9.9%)
15-19 years
58 (5.2%)
20-24 years
70 (6.3%)
25-34 years
223 (19.9%)
35-44 years
108 (9.6%)
45-54 years
118 (10.5%)
55-64 years
138 (12.3%)
65-74 years
115 (10.3%)
75-84 years
90 (8.0%)
85+ years
49 (4.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mundubbera known for? +

Mundubbera is known as the Citrus Town of the North, famous for its mandarin and citrus orchards in the Burnett River valley. The town is a key stop on the Burnett Highway and the main centre for the mid-North Burnett agricultural district.

How far is Mundubbera from Brisbane? +

Mundubbera is approximately 360 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, about a 3.5–4 hour drive via the Burnett Highway. Gayndah (approximately 37 km east) and Bundaberg (approximately 184 km east) are the nearest significant towns.

Does Mundubbera have public transport? +

Mundubbera has no rail service and limited regional coach connections via Gayndah and Gympie to Brisbane. A car is the most practical transport option for residents.

What is the population of Mundubbera? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mundubbera has a population of approximately 1,120 residents, the main service town for the mid-North Burnett Region.

Is Mundubbera a good place to live? +

Mundubbera offers an affordable rural lifestyle in a pleasant river valley setting, well-suited to those involved in the fruit industry, retirees, and families who value quiet country living. The North Burnett's citrus harvest season brings seasonal workers and community activity to the town.

What is the postcode for Mundubbera? +

The postcode for Mundubbera, QLD is 4626.

What is the average income in Mundubbera? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mundubbera is about $742 per week (around $38,600 per year). The median household income is $1,241 per week and the median family income is $1,521 per week.

What is the age profile of Mundubbera? +

The median age in Mundubbera is 39. The largest age group is 25–34 (223 residents, around 20%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mundubbera a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mundubbera is part of the North Burnett 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.

How much is rent in Mundubbera? +

In Mundubbera, the median weekly rent is $220, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,029 (2021 Census).