Gobbagombalin vs Moorong: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Gobbagombalin and Moorong are both Wagga Wagga rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 381.4 km and 381.6 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $0 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.
Gobbagombalin
Moorong
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Gobbagombalin | Moorong | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,294 | $1,294 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $17,600 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $3,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,500 | $1,500 | - |
| Total (driving) | $23,294 | $23,294 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $8,094 | $8,094 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Gobbagombalin | Moorong | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,453 | $2,453 | - |
| Unit | $1,944 | $1,944 | - |
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 — Gobbagombalin vs Moorong (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Gobbagombalin and Moorong cost within $0 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $0, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $0 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $8,094 and $8,094 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Gobbagombalin cumulative | Moorong cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $23,294 | $23,294 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $71,999 | $71,999 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $123,671 | $123,671 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $267,040 | $267,040 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gobbagombalin or Moorong cheaper to live in?
Gobbagombalin is cheaper to run by car at $23,294 per year versus $23,294 for Moorong, a difference of $0 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Gobbagombalin and Moorong?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,294 in Gobbagombalin (Wagga Wagga rates (OLG) and $1,294 in Moorong (Wagga Wagga rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Gobbagombalin and $1,300 in Moorong. Both figures are the average residential rate reported to the Office of Local Government, uplifted by each council's IPART rate peg.
How does the commute cost compare between Gobbagombalin and Moorong?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Gobbagombalin and $17,600 from Moorong to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Gobbagombalin and $2,400 from Moorong.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Gobbagombalin and Moorong?
At 3% annual cost growth, Gobbagombalin costs a cumulative $267,040 and Moorong costs $267,040 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Gobbagombalin. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Gobbagombalin and Moorong is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Wagga Wagga rates (OLG and Wagga Wagga rates (OLG 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.