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Dysart

QLD 4745 • Rest of QLD

2,918
Population (2021)
$73,112
Median Income
3446.69 km²
Area
$100/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownRemoteRuralOutbackAffordable

About Dysart

Dysart is a remote mining town in Central Queensland, located within the Isaac Region approximately 945 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and 244 kilometres south-west of Mackay. With a 2021 Census population of 2,918, the town was purpose-built to support the nearby Saraji and Norwich Park open-cut coal mines. The community skews young and predominantly male, with a median age of 32, and records some of Queensland's highest household incomes, with median earnings of around $2,444 per week, reflecting the premium wages paid in the resources sector.

Dysart is a self-contained mining community with essential services including a shopping centre, schools, medical facilities, and sporting and recreational amenities provided largely under the oversight of mining operators and the Isaac Regional Council. Housing costs are exceptionally low — median weekly rent of around $100 reflects significant employer-subsidised accommodation. The town attracts both resident workers and FIFO (fly-in, fly-out) employees, and Dysart Airport provides air connectivity to Mackay and beyond. Life in Dysart offers a close-knit community atmosphere, though the remoteness and mining-town character suit those specifically drawn to resources-sector employment.

Dysart falls under postcode 4745 and is governed by Isaac Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4745
Urban Area
Dysart
LGA / Council
Isaac
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-22.53°, 148.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
3446.69 km²
Elevation
220m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
945 km
By Train
No passenger rail service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 9-10 hr drive to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 9-10 hr drive to Brisbane

🛣️ Dysart Airport serves regular FIFO flights to Mackay (~244 km NE); Mackay is the main regional hub for services and connections; a car or company transport is essential

Walkability Car-Dependent

The town centre is compact and walkable for basic errands, but a vehicle is essential for anything beyond local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$100
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$672
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
32 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,991
Census 2021
2,918
▼ 2.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$57,876
Income 2021
$73,112
▲ 26.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,980
Born Overseas 286

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 102
  • 2. Philippines 48
  • 3. England 26
  • 4. South Africa 11
  • 5. India 10
  • 6. Thailand 9
  • 7. Fiji 8
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 8
  • 9. Zimbabwe 8
  • 10. Scotland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,009
English 963
Irish 250
Scottish 223
Australian Aboriginal 201
German 137
Filipino 58
Maori 58
Italian 54
New Zealander 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,696
Both parents born in Australia
342
Both parents born overseas
230
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
38.5%
Christianity
36.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
207 (7.1%)
5-14 years
421 (14.4%)
15-19 years
144 (4.9%)
20-24 years
235 (8.1%)
25-34 years
542 (18.6%)
35-44 years
446 (15.3%)
45-54 years
417 (14.3%)
55-64 years
327 (11.2%)
65-74 years
139 (4.8%)
75-84 years
27 (0.9%)
85+ years
3 (0.1%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dysart known for? +

Dysart is known primarily as a coal mining town, built to support the large Saraji open-cut coal mine operated by BHP. It is one of several purpose-built mining communities in Central Queensland's Bowen Basin coalfields.

How far is Dysart from the nearest major city? +

Dysart is approximately 244 kilometres south-west of Mackay — the nearest regional city — which is about a 2 hour 30 minute drive. It is roughly 945 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, a journey of around 9 to 10 hours by road.

Does Dysart have public transport? +

Dysart has no passenger rail service and no regular public bus routes. The town is served by Dysart Airport, which provides FIFO charter flights to Mackay and other regional centres. A private vehicle or company transport is essential for day-to-day movement.

What is the population of Dysart? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dysart has a population of 2,918, down slightly from 2,991 in 2016. The community is predominantly made up of mining workers and their families, with a notably male-skewed population (1,583 male vs 1,329 female).

Is Dysart a good place to live? +

Dysart suits those employed in the mining and resources sector who are drawn by high wages and heavily subsidised housing. The community is self-contained with good local facilities, though the remoteness and distance from major centres means it is best suited to those committed to the resources industry lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Dysart? +

The postcode for Dysart, Queensland is 4745.