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Sunset

QLD 4825 • Rest of QLD

2,137
Population (2021)
$120,900
Median Household Income
1.96 km²
Area
$349/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyMining Town

About Sunset

Sunset is a residential suburb of Mount Isa in outback North West Queensland, situated approximately 5 kilometres west of the Mount Isa city centre. With a population of around 2,100 residents across just under 2 square kilometres, it is one of the more established outer residential areas of the Mount Isa urban area. The suburb falls within the Mount Isa City Council local government area and is largely characterised by post-war housing stock on generous suburban blocks.

Residents of Sunset enjoy a close-knit outback community lifestyle with proximity to the facilities and services of Mount Isa, including the Mount Isa Mines — one of the world's largest underground copper, silver, lead, and zinc mining operations. The suburb has quiet streets and is popular with mining families and long-term Mount Isa residents who value the space and affordability of outer suburban living. Recreational options include the nearby Sunset Dam, the Mount Isa Rodeo grounds, and easy access to the red rock outback landscape that surrounds the city.

Sunset falls under postcode 4825 and is governed by Mount Isa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4825
Urban Area
Mount Isa exc. Camooweal
LGA / Council
Mount Isa
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.71°, 139.51°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.96 km²
Elevation
359m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$349
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.4%

55 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Mount Isa Transit local services — Mount Isa CBD 15 min

Commute to Mount Isa CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
The Inlander train service connects Mount Isa to Townsville (twice weekly)
By Car (Peak)
10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 min

🛣️ Most residents drive; local bus services available

Walkability Car Dependent

Some footpaths near main roads but car is the dominant mode of transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Mount Isa Local Government Area, which contains Sunset. 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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,188
Census 2021
2,137
▼ 2.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$53,924
Personal Income 2021
$61,568
▲ 14.2% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$61,568 / yr
$1184/wk
Household
$120,900 / yr
$2325/wk
Family
$136,500 / yr
$2625/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,638
Born Overseas 349

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 114
  • 2. Philippines 52
  • 3. England 35
  • 4. South Africa 18
  • 5. United States 10
  • 6. Poland 8
  • 7. India 7
  • 8. China 6
  • 9. Germany 6
  • 10. Mauritius 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 760
English 639
Australian Aboriginal 443
Irish 220
Scottish 148
Filipino 91
German 76
Italian 65
Maori 36
New Zealander 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,331
Both parents born in Australia
425
Both parents born overseas
226
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.5%
No Religion
43.0%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.3%
Buddhism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
184 (8.6%)
5-14 years
368 (17.2%)
15-19 years
112 (5.2%)
20-24 years
162 (7.6%)
25-34 years
379 (17.7%)
35-44 years
290 (13.6%)
45-54 years
266 (12.4%)
55-64 years
206 (9.6%)
65-74 years
100 (4.7%)
75-84 years
59 (2.8%)
85+ years
10 (0.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What suburb is Sunset in? +

Sunset is a suburb within the city of Mount Isa in outback North West Queensland, located approximately 5 kilometres west of the Mount Isa city centre.

What is the population of Sunset QLD? +

Sunset has a population of approximately 2,137 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the more populated outer suburbs of Mount Isa.

Is housing affordable in Sunset Mount Isa? +

Yes, Sunset offers some of the more affordable housing options in the Mount Isa area. Property prices fluctuate with the mining industry cycle but remain well below Queensland capital city averages.

What employment is available near Sunset QLD? +

The Mount Isa Mines operations (copper, silver, lead, and zinc) are the primary employer for the region, along with health services at Mount Isa Hospital and retail and government roles in the city centre.

What is the average income in Sunset? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Sunset is about $1,184 per week (around $61,600 per year). The median household income is $2,325 per week and the median family income is $2,625 per week.

What is the age profile of Sunset? +

The median age in Sunset is 31. The largest age group is 25–34 (379 residents, around 18%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 8% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Sunset a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Sunset? +

Sunset had a population of 2,137 at the 2021 Census, down 2.3% from 2,188 in 2016.

How much is rent in Sunset? +

In Sunset, the median weekly rent is $349, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).