Rockhampton City

QLD 4700 • Rest of QLD

2,059
Population (2021)
$33,020
Median Income
2.60 km²
Area
14m
Elevation

About Rockhampton City

Rockhampton City is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Rockhampton (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,059 and a median income of $33,020, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.60 km² at an elevation of 14m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Rockhampton City provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Rockhampton City falls under postcode 4700 and is governed by Rockhampton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4700
Urban Area
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.38°, 150.51°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
2.60 km²
Elevation
14m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,953
Census 2021
2,059
5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,156
Income 2021
$33,020
26.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,556
Born Overseas 270

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 36
  • 2. England 34
  • 3. New Zealand 34
  • 4. India 27
  • 5. China 18
  • 6. Nepal 17
  • 7. South Africa 11
  • 8. Sri Lanka 8
  • 9. Netherlands 7
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 11. Zimbabwe 5
  • 12. Brazil 4
  • 13. Canada 4
  • 14. Germany 4
  • 15. Japan 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 806
Australian 701
Irish 229
Australian Aboriginal 178
Scottish 176
German 109
Filipino 48
Chinese 45
Indian 39
Italian 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,350
Both parents born in Australia
311
Both parents born overseas
160
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.6%
No Religion
39.7%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
82 (4.0%)
5-14 years
147 (7.1%)
15-19 years
102 (5.0%)
20-24 years
181 (8.8%)
25-34 years
315 (15.3%)
35-44 years
261 (12.7%)
45-54 years
286 (13.9%)
55-64 years
300 (14.6%)
65-74 years
214 (10.4%)
75-84 years
114 (5.5%)
85+ years
51 (2.5%)

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