Average rent in Manoora, QLD2026

Manoora is part of the Cairns council area and sits 1392km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 6,175 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $270/week, which is below the Queensland median of $359/week. About 59% 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
6,175

ABS 2021

Median age
36
Distance to Brisbane
1392 km
Households renting
59%
Separate houses
39%
Flats / apartments
43%
Born overseas
22%
Top occupation
Community and Personal Service Workers
LGA
Cairns

Renting in Manoora

Manoora runs cheaper than the Queensland median — renters typically pay $270/week, about 25% under the state baseline of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 59% of households rent, well above the state-wide norm. That combination — lower rent plus renter-heavy — usually signals a more active rental market with quicker turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point. Housing mix is 39% separate houses and 43% flats. Population is around 6,175, median age 36, and the most common occupation category is Community and Personal Service Workers. 22% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 1392km from Brisbane. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Manoora?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Manoora, QLD was $270. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Manoora rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Manoora came in at $270 — 25% below. Manoora sits 1392km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 39% separate houses and 43% flats).
Which suburbs near Manoora have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Manoora's $270/week (ABS 2021) include Tully, Rockhampton - West, Warwick. Kin Kora - Sun Valley, Kirwan - East, Mount Isa 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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