Hampton vs Perseverance: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hampton and Perseverance are both Toowoomba Regional Council suburbs, sitting 24.1 km and 25.9 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Perseverance runs $372 a year cheaper than Hampton, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $4,265.
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 | Hampton | Perseverance | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,444 | $1,444 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,188 | $2,188 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $5,691 | $5,919 | -$228 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,600 | $2,000 | +$600 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,600 | $1,600 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,923 | $11,551 | +$372 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,424 | $5,824 | +$600 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Hampton | Perseverance | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,115 | $2,115 | - |
| Unit | $1,696 | $1,696 | - |
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 — Hampton vs Perseverance (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Perseverance costs $372 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $4,265 in favour of Perseverance.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $600 per year.
On public transport the gap is $600 per year, $6,424 from Hampton versus $5,824 from Perseverance.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hampton cumulative | Perseverance cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,923 | $11,551 | $372 |
| Year 3 | $36,853 | $35,703 | $1,150 |
| Year 5 | $63,301 | $61,326 | $1,975 |
| Year 10 | $136,684 | $132,419 | $4,265 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hampton or Perseverance cheaper to live in?
Perseverance is cheaper to run by car at $11,551 per year versus $11,923 for Hampton, a difference of $372 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Hampton and Perseverance?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,444 in Hampton (Toowoomba Regional Council) and $1,444 in Perseverance (Toowoomba Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,188 in Hampton and $2,188 in Perseverance. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Hampton and Perseverance?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,691 from Hampton and $5,919 from Perseverance to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Hampton and $192 from Perseverance.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hampton and Perseverance?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hampton costs a cumulative $136,684 and Perseverance costs $132,419 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $4,265 in favour of Perseverance. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hampton and Perseverance is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Toowoomba Regional Council and Toowoomba Regional 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.