Average rent in Woree, QLD2026

Woree sits in the Cairns local government area, 1387km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,127 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $280/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 52% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,127

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Brisbane
1387 km
Households renting
52%
Separate houses
48%
Flats / apartments
25%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Community and Personal Service Workers
LGA
Cairns

Renting in Woree

Woree comes in below the Queensland median, with renters typically paying $280/week — about 22% under the state-wide $359/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). What stands out is the renter share — 52% of households here rent, well above the state-wide owner-occupier baseline. Lower-than-median rent paired with a renter majority typically means a faster-moving rental market: more frequent turnover and more places coming up for rent at any given time. Housing breaks down as 48% separate houses and 25% flats. Population is 5,127, median age 38, and the most common occupation is Community and Personal Service Workers. 20% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb sits 1387km from Brisbane. Applications can close quickly here, so flexibility on inspection times helps.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Woree?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Woree, QLD was $280. 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 Woree rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Woree sat at $280 — 22% below the state average. The suburb is 1387km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (48% separate houses, 25% flats here).
Which suburbs near Woree have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Woree's $280/week (ABS 2021) include Proserpine, Walkervale - Avenell Heights, Mount Isa. Wulguru - Roseneath, Mareeba, North Ipswich - Tivoli 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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