Average rent in Edmonton, QLD2026

Edmonton sits in the Cairns local government area, 1382km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 11,409 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 32% 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
11,409

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Brisbane
1382 km
Households renting
32%
Separate houses
90%
Flats / apartments
8%
Born overseas
14%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Cairns

Renting in Edmonton

Edmonton runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $350/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (65% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 32% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (90%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 33 and a population around 11,409. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 14% of residents were born overseas. Edmonton is 1382km from Brisbane, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Edmonton?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Edmonton, QLD was $350. 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 Edmonton rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Edmonton came in at $350 — 3% below. Edmonton sits 1382km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 90% separate houses and 8% flats).
Which suburbs near Edmonton have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Edmonton's $350/week (ABS 2021) include Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. Morayfield - East, Bethania - Waterford, Enoggera 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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