Average rent in Manoora, QLD — 2026

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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