Average rent in Kilcoy, QLD2026

Kilcoy sits in the Somerset local government area, 97km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,799 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $330/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 20% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$330/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,799

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Brisbane
97 km
Households renting
20%
Separate houses
97%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
19%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Somerset

Renting in Kilcoy

Kilcoy runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $330/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (75% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 20% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (97%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 44 and a population around 5,799. The most common occupation is Labourers, and 19% of residents were born overseas. Kilcoy is 97km 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 Kilcoy?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Kilcoy, QLD was $330. 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 Kilcoy rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Kilcoy came in at $330 — 8% below. Kilcoy sits 97km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 97% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Kilcoy have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Kilcoy's $330/week (ABS 2021) include Whitfield - Edge Hill, Margate - Woody Point, Camira - Gailes. Redcliffe, Rocklea - Acacia Ridge, Bribie Island 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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