Kidaman Creek vs Obi Obi: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi are both Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, sitting 31.8 km and 27.3 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $97 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 | Kidaman Creek | Obi Obi | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,771 | $1,771 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,474 | $6,077 | +$397 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,900 | $3,200 | -$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,500 | $1,700 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $13,239 | $13,142 | +$97 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,957 | $7,257 | -$300 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Kidaman Creek | Obi Obi | 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 — Kidaman Creek vs Obi Obi (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi cost within $97 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,112, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $397 per year. Kidaman Creek is 31.8 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $6,957 from Kidaman Creek versus $7,257 from Obi Obi.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Kidaman Creek cumulative | Obi Obi cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,239 | $13,142 | $97 |
| Year 3 | $40,920 | $40,621 | $299 |
| Year 5 | $70,288 | $69,773 | $515 |
| Year 10 | $151,770 | $150,658 | $1,112 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kidaman Creek or Obi Obi cheaper to live in?
Obi Obi is cheaper to run by car at $13,142 per year versus $13,239 for Kidaman Creek, a difference of $97 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,771 in Kidaman Creek (Sunshine Coast Council) and $1,771 in Obi Obi (Sunshine Coast Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Kidaman Creek and $2,094 in Obi Obi. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,474 from Kidaman Creek and $6,077 from Obi Obi to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Kidaman Creek and $192 from Obi Obi.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi?
At 3% annual cost growth, Kidaman Creek costs a cumulative $151,770 and Obi Obi costs $150,658 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,112 in favour of Obi Obi. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi 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.