Average rent in Bundaberg, QLD2026

Bundaberg sits in the Bundaberg local government area, 297km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 6,247 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $250/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 60% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
6,247

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Brisbane
297 km
Households renting
60%
Separate houses
53%
Flats / apartments
14%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Bundaberg

Renting in Bundaberg

Bundaberg comes in below the Queensland median, with renters typically paying $250/week — about 30% under the state-wide $359/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). What stands out is the renter share — 60% of households here rent, well above the state-wide owner-occupier baseline. Lower-than-median rent paired with a renter majority typically means a faster-moving rental market: more frequent turnover and more places coming up for rent at any given time. Housing breaks down as 53% separate houses and 14% flats. Population is 6,247, median age 38, and the most common occupation is Labourers. 20% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb sits 297km from Brisbane. Applications can close quickly here, so flexibility on inspection times helps.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Bundaberg?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Bundaberg, QLD was $250. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Bundaberg rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Bundaberg came in at $250 — 30% below. Bundaberg sits 297km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 53% separate houses and 14% flats).
Which suburbs near Bundaberg have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Bundaberg's $250/week (ABS 2021): Babinda, Granville, Southern Downs - East. On the higher end, you've got Maryborough (Qld), Manunda, Berserker. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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