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Tiaro

QLD 4650 • Queensland

778
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
85.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt
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About Tiaro

Tiaro is a small rural town and locality in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, situated on the Bruce Highway approximately 26 kilometres south-west of Maryborough and 227 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 778, the locality covers an expansive 85.5 square kilometres of mixed rural land at the northern edge of the Wide Bay–Burnett region. The median household income is modest, reflecting the area's agricultural and rural service character.

The town sits along the Bruce Highway, providing easy access to the regional centres of Maryborough and Hervey Bay to the north-east, and Gympie further south. Tiaro serves as a quiet rural service point for surrounding farming properties, with basic local amenities and a community that values its close-knit character. The nearby Mary River corridor offers opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation.

Tiaro falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the Fraser Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Fraser Coast
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
85.50 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,237
Median 2023–24
$49,084
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West
26 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Premier Motor Service — Brisbane / Cairns (coach) Varies — stops on Bruce Highway

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
227 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Maryborough West (26 km away)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Primary access via Bruce Highway; Maryborough is the nearest regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tiaro is a small rural township with very limited local services; a car is essential for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
778
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
481 / 100k
2yr Down 53.5% 10yr Down 34.0%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Down 26.2% 10yr Up 144.4%
Non-FV assault
932 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 100.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 58.4%
Steal from vehicle
432.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Up 20.3%
View all offence categories for Fraser Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tiaro known for? +

Tiaro is a quiet rural town on the Bruce Highway in the Fraser Coast Region, known for its agricultural surroundings and its position as a stopping point between Gympie and Maryborough on Queensland's main north–south highway.

How far is Tiaro from Brisbane? +

Tiaro is approximately 227 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it roughly a 2.5-hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Tiaro have public transport? +

Tiaro has no local train service. Long-distance coaches stop on the Bruce Highway corridor, but a car is the most practical form of transport for residents.

What is the population of Tiaro? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tiaro has a population of 778 residents, spread across a large 85.5 square kilometre locality in the Fraser Coast Region.

Is Tiaro a good place to live? +

Tiaro suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle at an affordable price point, with easy highway access to the regional centres of Maryborough and Hervey Bay for shopping and services.

What is the postcode for Tiaro? +

The postcode for Tiaro, Queensland is 4650.

Is Tiaro a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tiaro is part of the Fraser Coast 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.