Taringa

QLD 4068 • Greater Brisbane

8,732
Population (2021)
$50,596
Median Income
2.10 km²
Area
51m
Elevation

About Taringa

Taringa is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Brisbane (City) area. With a population of 8,732 and a median income of $50,596, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.10 km² at an elevation of 51m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Brisbane.

Part of Greater Brisbane, the suburb enjoys a subtropical climate and relaxed Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local amenities, parks, and good transport connections to the CBD. Taringa offers an attractive blend of urban convenience and laid-back living.

Taringa falls under postcode 4068 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maiwar electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4068
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.50°, 152.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.10 km²
Elevation
51m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    216 Moggill Road Taringa 4068 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,900
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,376
Census 2021
8,732
4.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,572
Income 2021
$50,596
27.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,463
Born Overseas 3,021

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 325
  • 2. England 298
  • 3. India 234
  • 4. New Zealand 227
  • 5. South Africa 129
  • 6. Hong Kong 99
  • 7. Iran 97
  • 8. United States 96
  • 9. South Korea 82
  • 10. Vietnam 73
  • 11. Japan 72
  • 12. Nepal 68
  • 13. Indonesia 67
  • 14. Malaysia 66
  • 15. Sri Lanka 64

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,122
Australian 2,287
Irish 1,182
Scottish 1,073
Chinese 786
German 554
Indian 305
Italian 287
Dutch 136
Korean 128

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,633
Both parents born in Australia
3,538
Both parents born overseas
1,263
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.3%
Christianity
37.6%
Hinduism
3.4%
Buddhism
2.8%
Islam
2.4%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
340 (3.9%)
5-14 years
810 (9.3%)
15-19 years
468 (5.4%)
20-24 years
1,194 (13.7%)
25-34 years
1,822 (20.9%)
35-44 years
1,306 (15.0%)
45-54 years
924 (10.6%)
55-64 years
671 (7.7%)
65-74 years
594 (6.8%)
75-84 years
425 (4.9%)
85+ years
186 (2.1%)

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