Curramore vs Kidaman Creek: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Curramore and Kidaman Creek are both Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, sitting 34.1 km and 31.8 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Kidaman Creek runs $437 a year cheaper than Curramore, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $5,010.
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 | Curramore | Kidaman Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,771 | $1,771 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,611 | $6,474 | +$137 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,200 | $2,900 | +$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,600 | $1,500 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $13,676 | $13,239 | +$437 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,257 | $6,957 | +$300 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Curramore | Kidaman Creek | 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 — Curramore vs Kidaman Creek (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Kidaman Creek costs $437 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $5,010 in favour of Kidaman Creek.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $300 per year.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $7,257 from Curramore versus $6,957 from Kidaman Creek.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Curramore cumulative | Kidaman Creek cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,676 | $13,239 | $437 |
| Year 3 | $42,271 | $40,920 | $1,351 |
| Year 5 | $72,608 | $70,288 | $2,320 |
| Year 10 | $156,780 | $151,770 | $5,010 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Curramore or Kidaman Creek cheaper to live in?
Kidaman Creek is cheaper to run by car at $13,239 per year versus $13,676 for Curramore, a difference of $437 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Curramore and Kidaman Creek?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,771 in Curramore (Sunshine Coast Council) and $1,771 in Kidaman Creek (Sunshine Coast Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Curramore and $2,094 in Kidaman Creek. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Curramore and Kidaman Creek?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,611 from Curramore and $6,474 from Kidaman Creek to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Curramore and $192 from Kidaman Creek.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Curramore and Kidaman Creek?
At 3% annual cost growth, Curramore costs a cumulative $156,780 and Kidaman Creek costs $151,770 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $5,010 in favour of Kidaman Creek. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Curramore and Kidaman Creek is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Sunshine Coast Council and Sunshine Coast 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.