Average rent in Maroochy Hinterland, QLD2026

Maroochy Hinterland is part of the Sunshine Coast council area and sits 101km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 6,830 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $350/week, which is below the Queensland median of $359/week. About 14% 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
6,830

ABS 2021

Median age
52
Distance to Brisbane
101 km
Households renting
14%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
18%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Sunshine Coast

Renting in Maroochy Hinterland

Maroochy Hinterland runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $350/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (82% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 14% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (94%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 52 and a population around 6,830. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 18% of residents were born overseas. Maroochy Hinterland is 101km 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 Maroochy Hinterland?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Maroochy Hinterland, QLD was $350. 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 Maroochy Hinterland rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Maroochy Hinterland sat at $350 — 3% below the state average. The suburb is 101km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (94% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Maroochy Hinterland have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Maroochy Hinterland's $350/week (ABS 2021) include Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. Morayfield - East, Bethania - Waterford, Enoggera 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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