Moorooka vs Yeerongpilly: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Moorooka and Yeerongpilly are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 7.2 km and 6.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $40 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 | Moorooka | Yeerongpilly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,579 | $1,579 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $2,214 | $2,074 | +$140 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $1,750 | $1,850 | -$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,800 | $2,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $7,443 | $7,403 | +$40 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,421 | $5,521 | -$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Moorooka | Yeerongpilly | 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 — Moorooka vs Yeerongpilly (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Moorooka and Yeerongpilly cost within $40 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $459, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $140 per year. Moorooka is 7.2 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, $5,421 and $5,521 a year, so the $40 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Moorooka cumulative | Yeerongpilly cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $7,443 | $7,403 | $40 |
| Year 3 | $23,006 | $22,882 | $124 |
| Year 5 | $39,516 | $39,304 | $212 |
| Year 10 | $85,326 | $84,867 | $459 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moorooka or Yeerongpilly cheaper to live in?
Yeerongpilly is cheaper to run by car at $7,403 per year versus $7,443 for Moorooka, a difference of $40 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Moorooka and Yeerongpilly?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,579 in Moorooka (Brisbane City Council) and $1,579 in Yeerongpilly (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Moorooka and $1,900 in Yeerongpilly. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Moorooka and Yeerongpilly?
Annual driving commute costs are $2,214 from Moorooka and $2,074 from Yeerongpilly to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Moorooka and $192 from Yeerongpilly.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Moorooka and Yeerongpilly?
At 3% annual cost growth, Moorooka costs a cumulative $85,326 and Yeerongpilly costs $84,867 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $459 in favour of Yeerongpilly. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Moorooka and Yeerongpilly is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Brisbane City Council and Brisbane 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.