Tolga

QLD 4882 • Rest of QLD

3,177
Population (2021)
$37,180
Median Income
85.42 km²
Area
690m
Elevation

About Tolga

Tolga is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Tablelands (Regional Council) area. With a population of 3,177 and a median income of $37,180, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 85.42 km² at an elevation of 690m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

Situated at an elevation of 690m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Tolga offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Tolga falls under postcode 4882 and is governed by Tablelands Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4882
Urban Area
Atherton
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.19°, 145.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
85.42 km²
Elevation
690m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,600
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,718
Census 2021
3,177
16.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,616
Income 2021
$37,180
17.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,432
Born Overseas 440

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 84
  • 2. New Zealand 41
  • 3. Italy 23
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 18
  • 5. Philippines 18
  • 6. Germany 17
  • 7. Netherlands 13
  • 8. United States 11
  • 9. South Africa 10
  • 10. Japan 7
  • 11. Vietnam 7
  • 12. Wales 7
  • 13. Ireland 6
  • 14. South Korea 6
  • 15. Canada 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,221
English 1,157
Irish 376
Scottish 313
Italian 290
German 179
Australian Aboriginal 119
Dutch 43
New Zealander 28
Welsh 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,981
Both parents born in Australia
549
Both parents born overseas
350
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.1%
No Religion
36.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
129 (4.1%)
5-14 years
441 (13.9%)
15-19 years
198 (6.2%)
20-24 years
113 (3.6%)
25-34 years
367 (11.6%)
35-44 years
378 (11.9%)
45-54 years
389 (12.2%)
55-64 years
436 (13.7%)
65-74 years
445 (14.0%)
75-84 years
229 (7.2%)
85+ years
55 (1.7%)

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