Average rent in Coopers Plains, QLD2026

Coopers Plains is part of the Brisbane council area and sits 11km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 5,704 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $376/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 49% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,704

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Brisbane
11 km
Households renting
49%
Separate houses
74%
Flats / apartments
13%
Born overseas
47%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Coopers Plains

Coopers Plains runs close to the Queensland median rent of $359/week, with renters paying around $376/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Coopers Plains from the state norm is its renter density — 49% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 74% separate houses and 13% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 5,704, the median age is 33, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 47% of residents were born overseas. At 11km from Brisbane, Coopers Plains typically sees more rental turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point — useful context if you're comparing applications across nearby areas.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Coopers Plains?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Coopers Plains, QLD was $376. 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 Coopers Plains rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Coopers Plains sat at $376 — 5% above the state average. The suburb is 11km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (74% separate houses, 13% flats here).
Which suburbs near Coopers Plains have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Coopers Plains's $376/week (ABS 2021) include Guanaba - Springbrook, Yarrabilba, Kedron - Gordon Park. Highgate Hill, Ripley, Edens Landing - Holmview sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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