Average rent in Gracemere, QLD2026

Gracemere sits in the Rockhampton local government area, 515km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 12,379 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $340/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 39% 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
12,379

ABS 2021

Median age
33
Distance to Brisbane
515 km
Households renting
39%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
8%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Rockhampton

Renting in Gracemere

Gracemere sits close to the Queensland median, with renters typically paying $340/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $359/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 59% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 39% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (96%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 33 and a population of around 12,379. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 8% of residents were born overseas. 515km from Brisbane, Gracemere is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Gracemere?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Gracemere, QLD was $340. 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 Gracemere rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Gracemere sat at $340 — 5% below the state average. The suburb is 515km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (96% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Gracemere have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Gracemere's $340/week (ABS 2021): Rocklea - Acacia Ridge, Bribie Island, Redcliffe. On the higher end, you've got Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. 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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