Burrawang vs Kangaloon: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Burrawang and Kangaloon are both Wingecarribee rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 100.9 km and 98.6 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Kangaloon runs $13,435 a year cheaper than Burrawang, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $154,017.
Over 10 years, Kangaloon costs about $154,000 less to run than Burrawang — the same as paying $154,000 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Burrawang | Kangaloon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $2,140 | $2,140 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $4,165 | +$13,435 |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,000 | $2,000 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $23,040 | $9,605 | +$13,435 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,840 | $7,840 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Burrawang | Kangaloon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,420 | $2,420 | - |
| Unit | $1,920 | $1,920 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2025 rates (QLD 30c/kWh, NSW 33c/kWh incl. supply charge; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown — Burrawang vs Kangaloon (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Kangaloon costs $13,435 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $154,017 in favour of Kangaloon.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $13,435 per year. Burrawang is 100.9 km from Sydney CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,840 and $7,840 a year, so the $13,435 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Burrawang cumulative | Kangaloon cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $23,040 | $9,605 | $13,435 |
| Year 3 | $71,214 | $29,688 | $41,526 |
| Year 5 | $122,322 | $50,994 | $71,328 |
| Year 10 | $264,128 | $110,111 | $154,017 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Burrawang or Kangaloon cheaper to live in?
Kangaloon is cheaper to run by car at $9,605 per year versus $23,040 for Burrawang, a difference of $13,435 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Burrawang and Kangaloon?
Annual council rates for a house are $2,140 in Burrawang (Wingecarribee rates (OLG) and $2,140 in Kangaloon (Wingecarribee rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Burrawang and $1,300 in Kangaloon. Both figures are the average residential rate reported to the Office of Local Government, uplifted by each council's IPART rate peg.
How does the commute cost compare between Burrawang and Kangaloon?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Burrawang and $4,165 from Kangaloon to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Burrawang and $2,400 from Kangaloon.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Burrawang and Kangaloon?
At 3% annual cost growth, Burrawang costs a cumulative $264,128 and Kangaloon costs $110,111 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $154,017 in favour of Kangaloon. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Wingecarribee rates (OLG and Wingecarribee rates (OLG rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 88c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.