Clermont
A mining town with an unusually high vacancy rate of 22.1% tells the story of Clermont before any other number does. The 4,721 postcode spans 7,531 square kilometres with only 2,952 residents, giving a density of 0.4 persons per km2, far below any comparable Queensland regional town. Household income sits at the 67.4th percentile nationally, above the mid-point, driven largely by a mining workforce where 27.3% of employed residents work in that sector. The median house price of $323,000 is significantly below the national median, reflecting both the remoteness premium in reverse and the high vacancy stock that dampens price growth.
Population
2,952
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,867/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$323K
Estimated from rent (2025)
At $323,000, the median house price in Clermont sits well below the Queensland state median, making entry affordable by comparison. Separate houses dominate at 85.8% of all dwellings, with semi-detached at 9.7% and apartments at just 1.3%, so most buyers are choosing standalone homes. Three-bedroom homes are the most common at 47.5% of stock, with 4-plus bedroom dwellings at a substantial 35.6%, reflecting the family-focused character of mining-town housing. Monthly mortgage repayments of around $1,400 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 17.3%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold. Outright ownership at 31.4% exceeds the mortgage share of 26.2%, suggesting a sizeable cohort of long-established, debt-free residents anchoring the market.
For Buyers
At $323,000, the median house price in Clermont sits well below the Queensland state median, making entry affordable by comparison. Separate houses dominate at 85.8% of all dwellings, with semi-detached at 9.7% and apartments at just 1.3%, so most buyers are choosing standalone homes. Three-bedroom homes are the most common at 47.5% of stock, with 4-plus bedroom dwellings at a substantial 35.6%, reflecting the family-focused character of mining-town housing. Monthly mortgage repayments of around $1,400 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 17.3%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold. Outright ownership at 31.4% exceeds the mortgage share of 26.2%, suggesting a sizeable cohort of long-established, debt-free residents anchoring the market.
For Investors
Clermont's investor picture is defined by two competing forces: a 42.5% renter share that is above average nationally and a 22.1% vacancy rate that signals real oversupply. Weekly rent of $220 against a $323,000 median implies a gross yield near 3.5%, moderate for a regional market but tempered by the vacancy risk. Net internal migration averages a loss of 14 residents per year, while overseas migration contributes 12 per year, leaving population growth thin at 0.71% annually. The high vacancy rate reflects the resource sector's volatility because worker numbers rise and fall with mine activity, creating cycles of oversupply when contracts end. No development applications were recorded in the past 12 months, so no new supply pressure exists.
Schools in Clermont iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Prep-6 · 165 students
Clermont State School
Prep-6 · 163 students
Clermont State High School
7-12 · 171 students
Demographics
Clermont's median age of 36 is 4 years younger than the national figure, consistent with a workforce-driven population rather than an aging retirement base. Overseas-born residents make up just 7.1%, which is 14.5 percentage points below the national average, making this one of the more domestically-sourced populations in Queensland. Ancestry is strongly Anglo-Celtic, led by English (1,169 residents), Irish (346) and Scottish (257), with German (190) also represented. University qualifications reach 18.0%, sitting 12.1 points below the national rate, which aligns with the trade and machinery-heavy occupation profile rather than professional or knowledge industries. The average household size of 2.4 is marginally below the national figure, and couples with children (1,060 families) significantly outnumber couples without children (607).
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
85.8%
Houses
9.7%
Townhouse
1.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure in Clermont skews toward renting at 42.5%, above the national average, because the mining workforce generates a transient rental cohort. Outright owners at 31.4% and mortgage holders at 26.2% make up the remaining base. The 22.1% vacancy rate is the standout figure, well above any healthy market threshold and a direct consequence of resource-sector population swings. Stock is overwhelmingly detached housing at 85.8%, with virtually no apartment supply at 1.3%. Three-bedroom homes account for 47.5% of the dwelling mix and 4-plus bedroom homes for 35.6%, giving the market a large-home character compared to coastal or urban centres. Rent stress is absent, with rent-to-income at just 11.8%, because rents at $220 per week are low relative to incomes at the 67.4th percentile nationally.
Mortgage / mo
$1,400
Rent / wk
$220
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$956
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
22.1%
Unoccupied
305
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
11.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
17.3%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
28.8%
Couples, no children
2,108
Total families
Economy & Employment
Mining dominates the Clermont economy at 27.3% of employed residents (230 workers), a concentration that drives both the above-average household incomes and the town's vulnerability to commodity cycles. Education (10.1%, 85 workers) and Agriculture (9.3%, 78 workers) are the next largest sectors, alongside Healthcare (9.3%) and Public Administration (5.9%). By occupation, Machinery and Drivers lead at 324 workers, followed by Managers (209) and Labourers (170), a profile that reflects open-cut mining operations rather than office-based work. The unemployment rate of 2.6% is low, and full-time employment runs at 73.5% of employed persons. Household income ranks in the 67.4th percentile nationally because resource sector wages push the median up despite the below-average qualification profile. The IRSD decile of 5 reflects mid-range disadvantage, a balanced outcome for a remote mining community.
Unemployment
1.4%
Labour Force
2,482
Unemployed
35
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
73.5%
Part-time
23.9%
Participation
62.2%
Employed
1,374
Occupations
Top Industries
University
18.0%
Postgraduate
1.8%
Born Overseas
7.1%
Dwellings
1,067
Transport to Work
Car dependency is high at 86.0% of commuters driving, while public transport use is only 0.3%, consistent with a remote location where no rail or bus network serves the town adequately. Walking and cycling accounts for 7.4% of trips, reasonable for a small, flat outback town. The IRSAD decile of 4 places Clermont in the lower-middle tier nationally for socioeconomic advantage and disadvantage, below the state median. The IER (economic resources) decile of 6 is higher, reflecting the mining wage premium that lifts household incomes above what educational attainment alone would predict. Volunteering is strong at 24.7% of residents, above the national average, a common feature of close regional communities. Only 4.1% of residents need daily assistance. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary in this dataset, so families depend on facilities elsewhere in the region.
Drive
86.0%
Public Transport
0.3%
Walk / Cycle
7.4%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.71%/yr
(+29 people/yr)
EstablishedClermont's population grew 4.0% over the decade to reach 2,952 in the 2021 census, modest growth by any state benchmark. The medium forecast projects gradual expansion to roughly 4,227 by 2031 at 0.71% annually, adding about 29 people per year. The migration balance is near-neutral, with internal migration at minus 14 per year offset by overseas arrivals of 12, meaning natural increase carries most of the growth. The SEIFA gentrification analysis rates the suburb as not gentrifying, consistent with a resource town where capital investment tracks commodity prices rather than amenity-driven demand. Rent growth of 120% over the past decade is notable and well above most regional Queensland comparisons, indicating that the rental market has repriced significantly despite the overall low rent level. Affordability worsened from 13.9% in 2011 to 21.3% in 2021, though it remains low in absolute terms.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+12
Net Internal / yr
-14
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Clermont compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clermont a good suburb to live in?
Clermont offers affordable housing at a $323,000 median and low housing stress, with mortgage-to-income at 17.3% and rent-to-income at 11.8%. Household income ranks in the 67.4th percentile nationally, above the mid-point, driven by mining wages. The main trade-offs are remote location, a 22.1% vacancy rate reflecting resource-sector volatility, and limited public transport with 86.0% of residents car-dependent.
What is the median house price in Clermont?
The median house price in Clermont is $323,000, well below the Queensland state median. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,400 and weekly rent is $220. Separate houses make up 85.8% of dwellings, with 3-bedroom homes the most common at 47.5% of stock and 4-plus bedroom homes at 35.6%.
What schools are in Clermont?
No schools are recorded inside the Clermont suburb boundary in this dataset. Families in the area rely on educational facilities in the broader Clermont region. The local university qualification rate is 18.0%, which is 12.1 points below the national figure, reflecting the trade and mining occupational base.
Is Clermont safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Clermont in this dataset. As an indirect measure, the suburb scores decile 5 on the IRSD index of relative disadvantage, placing it at the national median rather than at either extreme. The unemployment rate is low at 2.6%, and volunteering runs at 24.7%, both consistent with a stable community.
Is Clermont good for property investment?
Clermont presents a mixed investment case. A 42.5% renter share above the national average and a gross yield near 3.5% (weekly rent $220 vs $323,000 median) are positives, but the 22.1% vacancy rate indicates oversupply driven by mining-sector fluctuations. Annual population growth of 0.71% is modest, and net internal migration runs at minus 14 per year, limiting demand growth.
How is Clermont's population changing?
Clermont's population grew 4.0% over the decade to 2,952 at the 2021 census, adding roughly 29 people per year at 0.71% annually. Medium forecasts project around 4,227 residents by 2031. Migration is near-neutral at minus 14 internal and plus 12 overseas per year, with natural increase providing most growth. The age profile is trending slightly older, with the senior share up 3.5 points over the decade.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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