Tarragindi vs Moorooka
Annual running cost comparison for Brisbane home buyers · 2025–26 data
Data updated July 2025 · Council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance
Annual running cost breakdown
| Cost component | Tarragindi | Moorooka |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $566 | $608 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $3,100 | $1,750 |
| Total annual cost | $7,009 | $5,701 |
| Distance to CBD | 6.7 km | 7.2 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Brisbane City Council 2025-26 and Brisbane City Council 2025-26. Commute uses ATO 88c/km over ABS annual kilometres by location class. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary.
Cost breakdown detail
Both suburbs fall under Brisbane City Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,519 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $566 per year from Tarragindi and $608 from Moorooka to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Tarragindi | Moorooka |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 9.3/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Wellers Hill State School | Moorooka State School |
| Nearest private school | St Elizabeth's School | St Brendan's Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | Medium |
Tarragindi has the stronger school profile at 9.3/10 versus 8.1/10 for Moorooka (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Wellers Hill State School (Tarragindi) and Moorooka State School (Moorooka).
Tarragindi carries low flood risk and high fire risk. Moorooka has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- City commuters: 6.7 km to CBD vs 7.2 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 9.3/10
- Buyers watching costs: Moorooka saves $1,308 per year
- Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Tarragindi or Moorooka?
Moorooka is cheaper by $1,308 per year, or $109 per month. That covers council rates ($1,519 vs $1,519), water ($1,824 vs $1,824), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
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How far is Tarragindi from Brisbane CBD compared to Moorooka?
Tarragindi is 6.7 km from Brisbane CBD. Moorooka is 7.2 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $566 and $608 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Tarragindi or Moorooka?
Tarragindi rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.3/10 versus 8.1/10 for Moorooka. The nearest state primary in Tarragindi is Wellers Hill State School; in Moorooka it is Moorooka State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Tarragindi versus Moorooka?
Tarragindi has low flood risk and high fire risk. Moorooka has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
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What are council rates in Tarragindi compared to Moorooka?
Annual council rates for a house in Tarragindi are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Moorooka the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Tarragindi and $1,824 in Moorooka per year.
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Is Tarragindi or Moorooka better for families?
Tarragindi scores higher on schools at 9.3/10 versus 8.1/10. Moorooka has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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