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Womalilla

QLD 4465 • Queensland

72
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1219.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgricultural
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About Womalilla

Womalilla is a remote rural locality in the Maranoa Region of south-west Queensland, situated in the broad pastoral landscapes west of Mitchell and within the Western railway corridor. The locality covers an extensive area of approximately 1,219 square kilometres of semi-arid grazing country, and the 2021 Census recorded a population of just 72 residents. Womalilla falls within the federal electorate of Maranoa and state electorate of Warrego, which together encompass the vast outback farming and grazing heartland of south-west Queensland.

Womalilla's character is defined by its wide open pastoral landscapes and its position on the Western railway line running west through the Maranoa Region. The locality is highly rural in nature, with cattle and sheep grazing the principal land use across its expansive area. Residents rely on the regional service town of Mitchell (to the east) or Roma for access to shops, schools, medical services, and other amenities, with the Warrego Highway providing the main road connection across the region.

Womalilla falls under postcode 4465 and is governed by the Maranoa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4465
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.55°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1219.01 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4465

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4465 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,883
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,676

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4465; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Mitchell / Roma Car only; Mitchell approx. 30-50 min drive

Commute to Roma CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No passenger rail service available
By Car (Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Warrego Highway is the main route; no public transport; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Womalilla is a remote outback locality with no local services — a car is essential for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
72
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Womalilla known for? +

Womalilla is known for its vast pastoral landscapes and its position in the Maranoa Region of south-west Queensland, an area renowned for cattle and sheep grazing. The Western railway line passes through the locality, historically serving the region's agricultural industry.

How far is Womalilla from Roma? +

Womalilla is approximately 90 kilometres west of Roma, the main regional service centre for the Maranoa Region, making it roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway.

Does Womalilla have public transport? +

Womalilla has no public transport services. The Western railway line passes through the area but carries freight only. A private vehicle is essential, with Mitchell and Roma serving as the nearest access points for services.

What is the population of Womalilla? +

According to the 2021 Census, Womalilla has a population of 72 residents, reflecting its status as a very small and remote pastoral locality in south-west Queensland.

Is Womalilla a good place to live? +

Womalilla suits those who embrace the isolation and freedom of outback pastoral life in south-west Queensland. There are no local services or shops, so residents must travel to Mitchell or Roma for all supplies and amenities.

What is the postcode for Womalilla? +

The postcode for Womalilla, Queensland is 4465.

Is Womalilla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Womalilla is part of the Maranoa 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.