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Ryan

QLD 4825 • Queensland

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Mining TownOutbackRemoteIndustrialAffordable
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About Ryan

Ryan is a mixed-use suburb of Mount Isa in the City of Mount Isa, north-west Queensland, located on the 'townside' east of the Leichhardt River. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 105 residents within its compact 1.6 square kilometre area. The suburb has a higher proportion of males (64 per cent), reflecting the demographics of the broader Mount Isa mining community, and the postcode median taxable income of $77,876 is well above many regional Queensland averages.

Ryan is a working suburb with residential areas in the south-west and industrial zones to the north-west and east, interspersed with land used for grazing on native vegetation. Mount Isa, one of Australia's most significant mining cities, provides residents with access to shops, schools, a regional hospital, and an airport with regular flights to Brisbane and Townsville. The semi-arid outback climate and remote location define the lifestyle, with the nearest large city, Townsville, approximately 900 kilometres to the east along the Flinders Highway.

Ryan falls under postcode 4825 and is governed by the Mount Isa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Barkly electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4825
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mount Isa
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Barkly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.02°, 137.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.58 km²
Population Density
66 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4825

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4825, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$67,907
Median 2023–24
$77,876
▲ 14.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$88,180

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4825; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mount Isa railway station
2 km
5 min drive

Bus Services

  • Mount Isa town bus services — Mount Isa CBD 5-10 min

Commute to Mount Isa CBD

Distance
2 km
By Train
Mount Isa railway station served by The Inlander (twice weekly to Townsville, ~20 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Within Mount Isa township; Townsville is approximately 900 km east via the Flinders Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

A mixed-use suburb within Mount Isa; most errands require a short drive to the town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
3,241.3 / 100k
2yr Down 43.8% 10yr Up 140.7%
Motor vehicle theft
703 / 100k
2yr Down 37.2% 10yr Up 244.6%
Non-FV assault
8,876.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 236.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
69.8 / 100k
2yr Up 230.4% 10yr Up 583.9%
Steal from vehicle
949.9 / 100k
2yr Down 30.0% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mount Isa →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ryan known for? +

Ryan is a mixed-use suburb of Mount Isa, combining residential and industrial areas. It is part of the broader Mount Isa mining community, one of the most productive mining operations in Australia, extracting copper, lead, zinc, and silver.

How far is Ryan from Mount Isa CBD? +

Ryan is approximately 2 kilometres from the Mount Isa town centre, about a 5 minute drive. It is located on the 'townside' east of the Leichhardt River.

Does Ryan have public transport? +

Ryan has access to Mount Isa's local town bus services. The Mount Isa railway station is nearby, served by The Inlander rail service which runs twice weekly to Townsville, approximately 900 kilometres east.

What is the population of Ryan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ryan has a population of 105 people within 1.6 square kilometres. The suburb has a notably higher male population (64%), reflecting Mount Isa's mining workforce demographics.

Is Ryan a good place to live? +

Ryan offers affordable housing within the Mount Isa township, with access to the town's shops, schools, hospital, and airport. It suits those working in the mining industry or seeking an outback lifestyle, though the remote location and semi-arid climate are not for everyone.

What is the postcode for Ryan? +

The postcode for Ryan, Queensland is 4825, shared with Mount Isa and surrounding suburbs.

Is Ryan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ryan is part of the Mount Isa 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.