Eagleby vs Mount Warren Park: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Eagleby and Mount Warren Park are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 31.8 km and 34 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $168 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 | Eagleby | Mount Warren Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,816 | $1,816 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,474 | $6,606 | -$132 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $2,800 | +$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,539 | $13,371 | +$168 |
| 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 | Eagleby | Mount Warren Park | 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 — Eagleby vs Mount Warren Park (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Eagleby and Mount Warren Park cost within $168 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,925, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $300 per year.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $7,257 from Eagleby versus $6,957 from Mount Warren Park.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Eagleby cumulative | Mount Warren Park cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,539 | $13,371 | $168 |
| Year 3 | $41,848 | $41,328 | $520 |
| Year 5 | $71,880 | $70,988 | $892 |
| Year 10 | $155,209 | $153,284 | $1,925 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eagleby or Mount Warren Park cheaper to live in?
Mount Warren Park is cheaper to run by car at $13,371 per year versus $13,539 for Eagleby, a difference of $168 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Eagleby and Mount Warren Park?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,816 in Eagleby (Logan City Council) and $1,816 in Mount Warren Park (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Eagleby and $2,149 in Mount Warren Park. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Eagleby and Mount Warren Park?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,474 from Eagleby and $6,606 from Mount Warren Park to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Eagleby and $192 from Mount Warren Park.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Eagleby and Mount Warren Park?
At 3% annual cost growth, Eagleby costs a cumulative $155,209 and Mount Warren Park costs $153,284 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,925 in favour of Mount Warren Park. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Eagleby and Mount Warren Park 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 88c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.