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Pinnacle

QLD 4741 • Queensland

211
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
156.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietScenic
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About Pinnacle

Pinnacle is a rural locality situated in the Pioneer Valley in the Mackay Region of Queensland, within the Mackay Regional Council area. Located approximately 64 kilometres west of Mackay city, the locality covers 156.9 square kilometres and had a 2021 Census population of 211 residents. The surrounding agricultural land is dominated by sugar cane farming, bolstered by the Teemburra Dam which was constructed to provide irrigation water to local cane properties.

The Pinnacle Hotel is the social heart of the community and has earned a reputation well beyond the local area for its famous Pinnacle Pie, drawing travellers along the Mackay-Eungella Road who stop to sample the iconic dish. The Pioneer Valley corridor is one of Queensland's most scenic inland drives, leading to the renowned Eungella National Park with its platypus-watching spots along Broken River. Pinnacle offers a laid-back cane country lifestyle for those who appreciate rural Queensland's natural beauty and community warmth, with Mackay's full range of services a comfortable drive to the east.

Pinnacle falls under postcode 4741 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4741
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.81°, 149.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
156.85 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4741

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4741 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$65,324
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,336

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4741; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Mackay Approx. 50 min by car

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
64 km
By Train
No service to Pinnacle; Queensland Rail Tilt Train stops at Mackay
By Car (Peak)
50 min – 1 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 – 55 min

🛣️ Located on the Mackay-Eungella Road; passes through the scenic Pioneer Valley

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Only the Pinnacle Hotel available locally; all other services require a 50+ minute drive to Mackay

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
211
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Mackay Local Government Area, which contains Pinnacle. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinnacle known for? +

Pinnacle is known for the famous Pinnacle Pie served at the Pinnacle Hotel, a beloved stop for travellers along the Mackay-Eungella Road, as well as its sugar cane farming and scenic Pioneer Valley location near Eungella National Park.

How far is Pinnacle from Mackay? +

Pinnacle is approximately 64 kilometres west of Mackay city, a drive of around 50 minutes to 1 hour via the Mackay-Eungella Road through the Pioneer Valley.

Does Pinnacle have public transport? +

Pinnacle has no regular public transport. There is no bus service and no rail access to the locality; a car is essential for all travel. The Queensland Rail Tilt Train stops at Mackay, about 64 km away.

What is the population of Pinnacle? +

The 2021 Census recorded 211 residents in Pinnacle across 156.9 square kilometres, reflecting the low-density, rural nature of the cane farming locality.

Is Pinnacle a good place to live? +

Pinnacle is well-suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the scenic Pioneer Valley, with the appeal of sugar cane country, proximity to Eungella National Park platypus watching, and a warm community pub — though Mackay is needed for most services.

What is the postcode for Pinnacle? +

The postcode for Pinnacle, QLD is 4741.

Is Pinnacle a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pinnacle 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.