Glenlogan vs Jimboomba: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Glenlogan and Jimboomba are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 40.6 km and 40.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Glenlogan runs $300 a year cheaper than Jimboomba, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $3,440.
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 | Glenlogan | Jimboomba | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,699 | $1,699 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,987 | $6,987 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,900 | $3,200 | -$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,735 | $14,035 | -$300 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,940 | $7,240 | -$300 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Glenlogan | Jimboomba | 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 — Glenlogan vs Jimboomba (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Glenlogan costs $300 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $3,440 in favour of Glenlogan.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $300 per year.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $6,940 from Glenlogan versus $7,240 from Jimboomba.
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 is identical at $6,987 a year.
- Building insurance favours Glenlogan by $300 a year, $2,900 against $3,200.
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 the insurance band.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Glenlogan cumulative | Jimboomba cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,735 | $14,035 | $300 |
| Year 3 | $42,454 | $43,381 | $927 |
| Year 5 | $72,921 | $74,514 | $1,593 |
| Year 10 | $157,456 | $160,896 | $3,440 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glenlogan or Jimboomba cheaper to live in?
Glenlogan is cheaper to run by car at $13,735 per year versus $14,035 for Jimboomba, a difference of $300 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Glenlogan and Jimboomba?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Glenlogan (Logan City Council) and $1,699 in Jimboomba (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Glenlogan and $2,149 in Jimboomba. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Glenlogan and Jimboomba?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,987 from Glenlogan and $6,987 from Jimboomba to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Glenlogan and $192 from Jimboomba.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Glenlogan and Jimboomba?
At 3% annual cost growth, Glenlogan costs a cumulative $157,456 and Jimboomba costs $160,896 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,440 in favour of Glenlogan. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Glenlogan and Jimboomba 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.