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Mungalli

QLD 4886 • Queensland

40
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural
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About Mungalli

Mungalli is a small rural locality on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, located within postcode 4886 near the township of Millaa Millaa. Covering around 18.7 square kilometres, the locality sits in a high-altitude plateau region renowned for its rich volcanic soils, lush green pastures, and spectacular waterfalls. The area had a population of approximately 40 people at the 2021 Census.

The Atherton Tablelands setting gives Mungalli a distinctly cool and green character compared to the tropical coast below, with the region famous for dairy farming, avocado orchards, and tourism centred on the Millaa Millaa Waterfall Circuit. Mungalli Creek Dairy — a well-known artisan dairy producer — is located in the area and draws visitors from across Queensland. Residents enjoy a peaceful, nature-focused rural lifestyle with access to services in Millaa Millaa and Malanda nearby.

Mungalli falls under postcode 4886 and is governed by the Tablelands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4886
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.54°, 145.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.75 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4886

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4886 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$38,245
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,326

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4886; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
95 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
90-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
90 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Palmerston Highway and Atherton Tablelands roads

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote rural locality; all services require a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
40
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mungalli QLD? +

Mungalli is a small rural locality on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, situated near Millaa Millaa, approximately 95 kilometres south-west of Cairns.

What is Mungalli known for? +

Mungalli is home to Mungalli Creek Dairy, an acclaimed artisan dairy producer on the Atherton Tablelands known for its organic milk, yoghurt, and cheese products. The nearby Millaa Millaa Waterfall Circuit is also a major regional attraction.

What services are near Mungalli? +

The nearby township of Millaa Millaa provides basic services, while Malanda (approx 20 km) and Atherton (approx 40 km) offer broader shopping, healthcare, and schooling options.

Is Mungalli a safe area? +

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

Mungalli had a population of 40 at the 2021 Census.