South Brisbane, QLD: suburb profile
The population of South Brisbane QLD is 14,292 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in South Brisbane is $883 per week ($45,916 per year). Median rent in South Brisbane is $470 per week ($2,037 per month). South Brisbane has a median age of 29 years, younger than the national median of 38. South Brisbane has a population density of 7,131 people per km².
The most common overseas birthplace in South Brisbane is China. The most common religion is No religion (50.6% of residents). After English, the most spoken language is Mandarin. The median monthly mortgage repayment in South Brisbane is $1,950.
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing 2021.
South Brisbane vs the typical QLD suburb
The median personal income in South Brisbane is $883 a week, 18% above the typical QLD suburb ($747). That ranks 375th of 1,527 QLD suburbs with 200 or more residents. Median rent is $470 a week, $150 more than the typical QLD suburb. Rent takes 25.9% of the median household income here, against 20.4% in the typical QLD suburb. The median resident is 29, 13 years younger than in the typical QLD suburb (42).
| Measure | South Brisbane | Typical QLD | Difference | Typical Australia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal income | $883/wk | $747/wk | +18% | $766/wk |
| Household income | $1,818/wk | $1,593/wk | +14% | $1,637/wk |
| Rent | $470/wk | $320/wk | +47% | $330/wk |
| Mortgage repayment | $1,950/mo | $1,625/mo | +20% | $1,733/mo |
| Median age | 29 | 42 | −13 yrs | 42 |
| Rent share of household income | 25.9% | 20.4% | +5.4 pts | 20.3% |
South Brisbane Population
14,292 residents at the 2021 Census.
South Brisbane Median Income & Rent
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing.
South Brisbane Rent Prices & Affordability
26% of median household income goes on median rent
Marks at 25% and 35%. Band: moderate.
Rent is between 25% and 35% of household income: moderate housing costs.
Median rent in South Brisbane against your income
South Brisbane Schools
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Source: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), 2025. ICSEA is the Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (national average 1000).
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People in South Brisbane
Demographics
Gender Split
Population Density
Households
Age Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Most common overseas birthplaces
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G09 Country of Birth by SAL
Most common languages at home other than English
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G13 Language Used at Home by SAL
Ancestry
Shares are of the suburb population. People can report up to two ancestries, so shares add to more than 100%. Source: ABS Census 2021, G08 Ancestry by SAL
Religion
Source: ABS Census 2021, G14 Religion by SAL
Indigenous Population
Source: ABS Census 2021, G07 Indigenous Status by SAL
Marital Status
Source: ABS Census 2021, G05 Marital Status by SAL
Family Structure
Source: ABS Census 2021, G29 Family Composition by SAL
Household Size
Source: ABS Census 2021, G35 Household Size by SAL
Homes in South Brisbane
Housing Tenure
Of the 5,808 occupied private dwellings in South Brisbane at the 2021 Census, 70.4% were rented, 12.9% owned outright and 14.5% owned with a mortgage.
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Dwelling Types
Source: ABS Census 2021, G36 Dwelling Structure by SAL
Number of Bedrooms
Source: ABS Census 2021, G41 Number of Bedrooms by SAL
Monthly Mortgage Repayments
Source: ABS Census 2021, G38 Mortgage Repayment by SAL
Car Ownership
Source: ABS Census 2021, G34 Motor Vehicles per Dwelling by SAL
Work, income and education in South Brisbane
Employment
Source: ABS Census 2021, G46 Labour Force Status by SAL
Occupation
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Industry of Employment by Occupation
Weekly Household Income
Source: ABS Census 2021, G33 Household Income by SAL
Personal Weekly Income Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, G17 Personal Income by SAL
How People Get to Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G62 Method of Travel to Work by SAL
Education Level
Shares are of people whose highest year of school is Year 9 to 12 only. Source: ABS Census 2021, G16 Highest Year of School by SAL
Qualifications
Source: ABS Census 2021, G49 Non-School Qualification by SAL
Field of Study
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Field of Study by SAL
School & University Attendance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G15 Type of Educational Institution by SAL
More from the 2021 Census
Need for Assistance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G18 Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL
Long-term Health Conditions
Source: ABS Census 2021, G19 Long-term Health Conditions by SAL
Unpaid Carers
Source: ABS Census 2021, G25 Unpaid Assistance by SAL
Volunteering
Source: ABS Census 2021, G23 Voluntary Work by SAL
Military Service
Source: ABS Census 2021, G22 ADF Service by SAL
Children Ever Born
Source: ABS Census 2021, G28 Children Ever Born by SAL
When Migrants Arrived
Source: ABS Census 2021, G10 Year of Arrival by SAL
Population Mobility
Source: ABS Census 2021, G43 Summary by SAL
Where Residents Moved From
Source: ABS Census 2021, G44 Address 1 Year Ago by SAL
Unpaid Domestic Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G24 Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL
Family Blending
Source: ABS Census 2021, G31 Family Blending by SAL
Cheaper alternatives with similar incomes
Suburbs near South Brisbane
The closest suburb to South Brisbane is Highgate Hill, 0.9 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions About South Brisbane
What is the population of South Brisbane QLD?
The population of South Brisbane QLD is 14,292 according to the ABS Census 2021. The suburb has a population density of 7,131 people per km². South Brisbane is ranked #312 out of 14,663 suburbs by population.
What is the median income in South Brisbane?
The median personal income in South Brisbane QLD is $883 per week, or $45,916 per year. The median household income is $1,818 per week. Family income is $2,296 per week. South Brisbane is ranked #2,336 by income out of 14,663 Australian suburbs.
How much is rent in South Brisbane?
Median rent in South Brisbane QLD is $470 per week ($2,037 per month). Rent represents 25.9% of household income, which is considered moderate. South Brisbane ranks #852 out of 14,663 suburbs by rent.
What are mortgage repayments in South Brisbane?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in South Brisbane QLD is $1,950. This data comes from the ABS Census 2021 and reflects mortgage repayments for owner-occupied dwellings.
What is the median age in South Brisbane?
The median age in South Brisbane QLD is 29 years. This is younger than the national median age of 38 years.
Is South Brisbane a good suburb to live in?
South Brisbane is a suburb in Queensland with a population of 14,292. The median income is $883/wk, which is above the typical QLD suburb ($747/wk). Rent affordability is rated as moderate (25.9% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.
Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 32587. All dollar figures in AUD.