Currajong vs Pimlico: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Currajong and Pimlico are both Townsville City Council suburbs, sitting 4.3 km and 3.9 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $21 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 | Currajong | Pimlico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,343 | $1,343 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,099 | $2,099 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $1,375 | $1,254 | +$121 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $4,500 | $4,600 | -$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $9,317 | $9,296 | +$21 |
| Total (public transport) | $8,134 | $8,234 | -$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Currajong | Pimlico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,218 | $2,218 | - |
| Unit | $1,773 | $1,773 | - |
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.
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Annual cost breakdown — Currajong vs Pimlico (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Currajong and Pimlico cost within $21 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $241, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $121 per year. Currajong is 4.3 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, $8,134 and $8,234 a year, so the $21 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Currajong cumulative | Pimlico cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $9,317 | $9,296 | $21 |
| Year 3 | $28,798 | $28,733 | $65 |
| Year 5 | $49,465 | $49,354 | $111 |
| Year 10 | $106,809 | $106,568 | $241 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Currajong or Pimlico cheaper to live in?
Pimlico is cheaper to run by car at $9,296 per year versus $9,317 for Currajong, a difference of $21 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Currajong and Pimlico?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,343 in Currajong (Townsville City Council) and $1,343 in Pimlico (Townsville City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,099 in Currajong and $2,099 in Pimlico. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Currajong and Pimlico?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,375 from Currajong and $1,254 from Pimlico to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Currajong and $192 from Pimlico.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Currajong and Pimlico?
At 3% annual cost growth, Currajong costs a cumulative $106,809 and Pimlico costs $106,568 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $241 in favour of Pimlico. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Currajong and Pimlico is best to actually live in?
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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 88c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.