Normanton

QLD 4890 • Rest of QLD

1,391
Population (2021)
$39,000
Median Income
7166.84 km²
Area
28m
Elevation

About Normanton

Normanton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Carpentaria (Shire) area. With a population of 1,391 and a median income of $39,000, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 7166.84 km² at an elevation of 28m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Normanton is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Normanton falls under postcode 4890 and is governed by Carpentaria Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4890
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.91°, 140.93°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
7166.84 km²
Elevation
28m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$170
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$992
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
31 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,257
Census 2021
1,391
10.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,592
Income 2021
$39,000
16.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,161
Born Overseas 62

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 13
  • 2. Philippines 12
  • 3. New Zealand 11
  • 4. India 6
  • 5. Fiji 4
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 3
  • 7. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian Aboriginal 750
Australian 433
English 226
Irish 55
Scottish 52
German 35
Filipino 17
Chinese 14
Dutch 13
Italian 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,089
Both parents born in Australia
74
Both parents born overseas
55
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.5%
No Religion
42.0%
Hinduism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
118 (8.5%)
5-14 years
256 (18.4%)
15-19 years
68 (4.9%)
20-24 years
116 (8.3%)
25-34 years
207 (14.9%)
35-44 years
162 (11.6%)
45-54 years
164 (11.8%)
55-64 years
158 (11.4%)
65-74 years
91 (6.5%)
75-84 years
43 (3.1%)
85+ years
3 (0.2%)

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