Cornubia vs Loganholme: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Cornubia and Loganholme are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 28 km and 28.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $129 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 these two cost about the same to run. The difference here isn't money — it's location, schools and lifestyle.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Cornubia | Loganholme | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,699 | $1,699 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,360 | $6,431 | -$71 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,900 | $2,700 | +$200 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,300 | -$100 |
| Total (driving) | $13,108 | $12,979 | +$129 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,940 | $6,740 | +$200 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Cornubia | Loganholme | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,135 | $2,135 | - |
| Unit | $1,776 | $1,776 | - |
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 — Cornubia vs Loganholme (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Cornubia and Loganholme cost within $129 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,479, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $200 per year.
On public transport the gap is $200 per year, $6,940 from Cornubia versus $6,740 from Loganholme.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,699 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,149 a year.
- Driving commute favours Cornubia by $71 a year, $6,360 against $6,431.
- Building insurance favours Loganholme by $200 a year, $2,700 against $2,900.
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 | Cornubia cumulative | Loganholme cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,108 | $12,979 | $129 |
| Year 3 | $40,516 | $40,117 | $399 |
| Year 5 | $69,592 | $68,907 | $685 |
| Year 10 | $150,269 | $148,790 | $1,479 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cornubia or Loganholme cheaper to live in?
Loganholme is cheaper to run by car at $12,979 per year versus $13,108 for Cornubia, a difference of $129 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Cornubia and Loganholme?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Cornubia (Logan City Council) and $1,699 in Loganholme (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Cornubia and $2,149 in Loganholme. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Cornubia and Loganholme?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,360 from Cornubia and $6,431 from Loganholme to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Cornubia and $192 from Loganholme.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Cornubia and Loganholme?
At 3% annual cost growth, Cornubia costs a cumulative $150,269 and Loganholme costs $148,790 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,479 in favour of Loganholme. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Cornubia and Loganholme is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Logan City Council and Logan City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.