Cooroy Mountain vs Tinbeerwah: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Cooroy Mountain and Tinbeerwah are both Noosa Council suburbs, sitting 14.7 km and 11.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Tinbeerwah runs $704 a year cheaper than Cooroy Mountain, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $8,070.
Over 10 years, Tinbeerwah costs about $8,100 less to run than Cooroy Mountain — the same as paying $8,100 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Cooroy Mountain | Tinbeerwah | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,540 | $1,540 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $4,055 | $3,351 | +$704 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,200 | $3,200 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,700 | $1,800 | -$100 |
| Total (driving) | $10,889 | $10,185 | +$704 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,026 | $7,026 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Cooroy Mountain | Tinbeerwah | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $1,976 | $1,976 | - |
| Unit | $1,591 | $1,591 | - |
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 — Cooroy Mountain vs Tinbeerwah (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Tinbeerwah costs $704 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $8,070 in favour of Tinbeerwah.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $704 per year. Cooroy Mountain is 14.7 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,026 and $7,026 a year, so the $704 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Cooroy Mountain cumulative | Tinbeerwah cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,889 | $10,185 | $704 |
| Year 3 | $33,657 | $31,481 | $2,176 |
| Year 5 | $57,811 | $54,074 | $3,737 |
| Year 10 | $124,830 | $116,760 | $8,070 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cooroy Mountain or Tinbeerwah cheaper to live in?
Tinbeerwah is cheaper to run by car at $10,185 per year versus $10,889 for Cooroy Mountain, a difference of $704 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Cooroy Mountain and Tinbeerwah?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,540 in Cooroy Mountain (Noosa Council) and $1,540 in Tinbeerwah (Noosa Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Cooroy Mountain and $2,094 in Tinbeerwah. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Cooroy Mountain and Tinbeerwah?
Annual driving commute costs are $4,055 from Cooroy Mountain and $3,351 from Tinbeerwah to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Cooroy Mountain and $192 from Tinbeerwah.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Cooroy Mountain and Tinbeerwah?
At 3% annual cost growth, Cooroy Mountain costs a cumulative $124,830 and Tinbeerwah costs $116,760 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $8,070 in favour of Tinbeerwah. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Cooroy Mountain and Tinbeerwah is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Noosa Council and Noosa Council 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.