Peeramon vs Yungaburra: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Peeramon and Yungaburra are both Cairns Regional Council suburbs, sitting 47.6 km and 43.4 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Peeramon runs $796 a year cheaper than Yungaburra, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $9,125.
Over 10 years, Peeramon costs about $9,100 less to run than Yungaburra — the same as paying $9,100 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Peeramon | Yungaburra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,165 | $1,165 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,765 | $1,765 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,514 | $6,710 | -$196 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $6,200 | $6,800 | -$600 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,500 | $1,600 | -$100 |
| Total (driving) | $15,644 | $16,440 | -$796 |
| Total (public transport) | $9,322 | $9,922 | -$600 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Peeramon | Yungaburra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,218 | $2,218 | - |
| Unit | $1,773 | $1,773 | - |
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 — Peeramon vs Yungaburra (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Peeramon costs $796 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $9,125 in favour of Peeramon.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $600 per year.
On public transport the gap is $600 per year, $9,322 from Peeramon versus $9,922 from Yungaburra.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Peeramon cumulative | Yungaburra cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $15,644 | $16,440 | $796 |
| Year 3 | $48,354 | $50,814 | $2,460 |
| Year 5 | $83,056 | $87,282 | $4,226 |
| Year 10 | $179,341 | $188,466 | $9,125 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peeramon or Yungaburra cheaper to live in?
Peeramon is cheaper to run by car at $15,644 per year versus $16,440 for Yungaburra, a difference of $796 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Peeramon and Yungaburra?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,165 in Peeramon (Cairns Regional Council) and $1,165 in Yungaburra (Cairns Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,765 in Peeramon and $1,765 in Yungaburra. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Peeramon and Yungaburra?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,514 from Peeramon and $6,710 from Yungaburra to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Peeramon and $192 from Yungaburra.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Peeramon and Yungaburra?
At 3% annual cost growth, Peeramon costs a cumulative $179,341 and Yungaburra costs $188,466 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $9,125 in favour of Peeramon. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Peeramon and Yungaburra is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Cairns Regional Council and Cairns 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.