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Alberta

QLD 4702 • Queensland

36
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
385.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural

About Alberta

Alberta is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Shire of Banana in Central Queensland, situated approximately 157 kilometres southwest of Rockhampton and 115 kilometres west-northwest of Biloela. The locality covers a vast 385 square kilometres of open grazing country typical of Queensland's interior, with a tiny population of just 36 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Alberta lies within the Division of Flynn federal electorate and the state electoral district of Callide.

The land around Alberta is predominantly used for cattle grazing and dryland cropping, reflecting the broader agricultural character of the Shire of Banana region. Life here is quintessentially outback Queensland — wide open spaces, strong community ties among farming families, and self-reliance as a way of life. Biloela serves as the main regional centre providing schools, hospital, shopping, and services. The area experiences a warm subtropical climate with hot summers and dry winters.

Alberta falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
385.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
670 km
By Train
N/A — no rail service in the locality
By Car (Peak)
7-8 hrs via Rockhampton
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hrs

🛣️ Very remote rural locality. Biloela (115km east) is the main regional centre. Queensland Rail's Spirit of the Outback passes through Rockhampton and Emerald on the Central Western line.

Walkability Car Dependent

Completely car dependent; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
36
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Alberta QLD located? +

Alberta is a rural locality in the Shire of Banana, Central Queensland, about 157 km southwest of Rockhampton and 115 km west-northwest of Biloela.

What is the population of Alberta QLD? +

According to the 2021 Census, Alberta has a population of just 36 people, reflecting its remote agricultural character.

What is the nearest major town to Alberta QLD? +

Biloela, approximately 115 km to the east, is the nearest major town and serves as the regional centre for services, shopping, and healthcare.

What is Alberta QLD known for? +

Alberta is predominantly agricultural land used for cattle grazing and dryland cropping, typical of Queensland's Central Highlands and Banana Shire region.