Logan Village vs Yarrabilba: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Logan Village and Yarrabilba are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 36.2 km and 39.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $111 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 | Logan Village | Yarrabilba | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,816 | $1,816 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,697 | $6,758 | -$61 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,750 | $2,800 | -$50 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,412 | $13,523 | -$111 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,907 | $6,957 | -$50 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Logan Village | Yarrabilba | 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 — Logan Village vs Yarrabilba (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Logan Village and Yarrabilba cost within $111 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,272, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $61 per year. Yarrabilba is 39.7 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,907 and $6,957 a year, so the $111 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Logan Village cumulative | Yarrabilba cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,412 | $13,523 | $111 |
| Year 3 | $41,455 | $41,798 | $343 |
| Year 5 | $71,206 | $71,795 | $589 |
| Year 10 | $153,754 | $155,026 | $1,272 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Logan Village or Yarrabilba cheaper to live in?
Logan Village is cheaper to run by car at $13,412 per year versus $13,523 for Yarrabilba, a difference of $111 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Logan Village and Yarrabilba?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,816 in Logan Village (Logan City Council) and $1,816 in Yarrabilba (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Logan Village and $2,149 in Yarrabilba. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Logan Village and Yarrabilba?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,697 from Logan Village and $6,758 from Yarrabilba to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Logan Village and $192 from Yarrabilba.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Logan Village and Yarrabilba?
At 3% annual cost growth, Logan Village costs a cumulative $153,754 and Yarrabilba costs $155,026 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,272 in favour of Logan Village. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Logan Village and Yarrabilba 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.