Monto

QLD 4630 • Rest of QLD

1,156
Population (2021)
$25,532
Median Income
59.18 km²
Area
$170/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableSmall TownHistoric

About Monto

Monto is a small rural town in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, approximately 484 kilometres northwest of Brisbane. With a population of around 1,150, it serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district. The town sits at an elevation of 249 metres in the upper Burnett Valley, surrounded by cattle grazing and timber country.

Monto offers essential services including a hospital, schools, and a main street with local shops and the Three Moon Creek running through town. The area is known for its friendly community spirit and hosts annual events including agricultural shows. The town appeals to those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle with access to nearby natural attractions including Cania Gorge National Park.

Monto falls under postcode 4630 and is governed by North Burnett Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4630
Urban Area
North Burnett - Rural
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.84°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
59.18 km²
Elevation
233m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound/regional coach — Bundaberg (175 km) 2.5 hrs

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
484 km
By Bus
7-8 hrs (coach)
By Car (Peak)
5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5 hrs

🛣️ Remote rural town; nearest major centre is Bundaberg (175 km west)

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Small town centre is walkable but car needed for most activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$170
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$800
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
55 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

4 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,189
Census 2021
1,156
2.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,428
Income 2021
$25,532
0.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 948
Born Overseas 100

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 20
  • 2. England 16
  • 3. New Zealand 15
  • 4. Netherlands 10
  • 5. Canada 6
  • 6. South Africa 6
  • 7. Germany 4
  • 8. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 505
Australian 457
German 152
Scottish 150
Irish 105
Australian Aboriginal 33
Filipino 25
Dutch 17
Italian 10
Welsh 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

844
Both parents born in Australia
121
Both parents born overseas
75
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.1%
No Religion
30.7%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
42 (3.6%)
5-14 years
100 (8.7%)
15-19 years
62 (5.4%)
20-24 years
59 (5.1%)
25-34 years
92 (8.0%)
35-44 years
81 (7.0%)
45-54 years
136 (11.8%)
55-64 years
183 (15.8%)
65-74 years
189 (16.3%)
75-84 years
123 (10.6%)
85+ years
79 (6.8%)

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