Condon vs Rasmussen, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Condon and Rasmussen are both Townsville City Council suburbs, sitting 13.1 km and 14.3 km from Townsville CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $225 a year of each other to run, so running cost is a minor factor here. The decision comes down to schools, risk and lifestyle, all in the free report.
Over 10 years, Condon costs about $2,600 less to run than Rasmussen. That's about $5 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Condon | Rasmussen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,343 | $1,343 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $2,099 | $2,099 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $3,828 | $4,103 | -$275 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $3,600 | $3,550 | +$50 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,200 | $1,800 | +$400 |
| Total (driving) | $10,870 | $11,095 | -$225 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,234 | $7,184 | +$50 |
Totals exclude electricity, estimated separately below. Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance estimated from ACCC premium rates; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Condon | Rasmussen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,373 | $2,373 | - |
| Unit | $1,945 | $1,945 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for each suburb's electricity network, including supply charge (AER Default Market Offer caps, or the QCA price in regional Queensland; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown, Condon vs Rasmussen (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Condon and Rasmussen cost within $225 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,580, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $275 per year. Rasmussen is 14.3 km from Townsville CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,234 and $7,184 a year, so the $225 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,343 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,099 a year.
- Driving commute favours Condon by $275 a year, $3,828 against $4,103.
- Building insurance favours Rasmussen by $50 a year, $3,550 against $3,600.
Both suburbs sit in the same council area, so the rates line is identical and none of the difference between them comes from council. What separates them is commute distance and the insurance band.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Condon cumulative | Rasmussen cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,870 | $11,095 | $225 |
| Year 3 | $33,598 | $34,294 | $696 |
| Year 5 | $57,710 | $58,905 | $1,195 |
| Year 10 | $124,612 | $127,192 | $2,580 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Condon or Rasmussen cheaper to live in?
Condon is cheaper to run by car at $10,870 per year versus $11,095 for Rasmussen, a difference of $225 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Condon and Rasmussen?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,343 in Condon (Townsville City Council) and $1,343 in Rasmussen (Townsville City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,099 in Condon and $2,099 in Rasmussen. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Condon and Rasmussen?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,828 from Condon and $4,103 from Rasmussen to Townsville CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Condon and $192 from Rasmussen.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Condon and Rasmussen?
At 3% annual cost growth, Condon costs a cumulative $124,612 and Rasmussen costs $127,192 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,580 in favour of Condon. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Townsville City Council and Townsville City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.