Tucki Tucki vs Tuckurimba: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba are both Lismore rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 586.4 km and 582 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $0 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.
Tucki Tucki
Tuckurimba
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Tucki Tucki | Tuckurimba | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,534 | $1,534 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $17,600 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $3,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,500 | $1,500 | - |
| Total (driving) | $23,534 | $23,534 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $8,334 | $8,334 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Tucki Tucki | Tuckurimba | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,098 | $2,098 | - |
| Unit | $1,679 | $1,679 | - |
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 — Tucki Tucki vs Tuckurimba (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba cost within $0 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $0, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $0 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $8,334 and $8,334 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Tucki Tucki cumulative | Tuckurimba cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $23,534 | $23,534 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $72,741 | $72,741 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $124,945 | $124,945 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $269,791 | $269,791 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tucki Tucki or Tuckurimba cheaper to live in?
Tucki Tucki is cheaper to run by car at $23,534 per year versus $23,534 for Tuckurimba, a difference of $0 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,534 in Tucki Tucki (Lismore rates (OLG) and $1,534 in Tuckurimba (Lismore rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Tucki Tucki and $1,300 in Tuckurimba. Both figures are the average residential rate reported to the Office of Local Government, uplifted by each council's IPART rate peg.
How does the commute cost compare between Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Tucki Tucki and $17,600 from Tuckurimba to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Tucki Tucki and $2,400 from Tuckurimba.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba?
At 3% annual cost growth, Tucki Tucki costs a cumulative $269,791 and Tuckurimba costs $269,791 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Tucki Tucki. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Tucki Tucki and Tuckurimba is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Lismore rates (OLG and Lismore rates (OLG 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.