Average rent in Labrador, QLD2026

Labrador is part of the Gold Coast council area and sits 64km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 18,643 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $380/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 46% 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
18,643

ABS 2021

Median age
45
Distance to Brisbane
64 km
Households renting
46%
Separate houses
19%
Flats / apartments
31%
Born overseas
33%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Gold Coast

Renting in Labrador

Labrador runs close to the Queensland median rent of $359/week, with renters paying around $380/week (ABS Census 2021). What separates Labrador from the state norm is its renter density — 46% of households are renters, well above the typical owner-occupier mix. The suburb's dwelling stock is mixed: 19% separate houses and 31% flats or apartments, suggesting a transitional profile where higher-density development has filled in around an established residential base. Population is around 18,643, the median age is 45, and the most common occupation is Professionals. 33% of residents were born overseas. At 64km from Brisbane, Labrador 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 Labrador?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Labrador, QLD was $380. 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 Labrador rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Labrador sat at $380 — 6% above the state average. The suburb is 64km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (19% separate houses, 31% flats here).
Which suburbs near Labrador have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Labrador's $380/week (ABS 2021): Greenslopes, Coopers Plains, Yarrabilba. On the higher end, you've got Newmarket, Capalaba, Corinda. 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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