Wilsonton vs Wilsonton Heights: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights are both Toowoomba Regional Council suburbs, sitting 3.8 km and 3.8 km from Toowoomba 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.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Wilsonton | Wilsonton Heights | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,444 | $1,444 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,188 | $2,188 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $1,265 | $1,265 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,000 | $2,000 | - |
| Total (driving) | $6,997 | $6,997 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $5,924 | $5,924 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Wilsonton | Wilsonton Heights | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,274 | $2,274 | - |
| Unit | $1,870 | $1,870 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for each suburb's electricity network, including supply charge (AER Default Market Offer caps, or the QCA price in regional Queensland; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown — Wilsonton vs Wilsonton Heights (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights 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, $5,924 and $5,924 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,444 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,188 a year.
- Driving commute is identical at $1,265 a year.
- Building insurance is identical at $2,100 a year.
Both suburbs sit in the same council area, so the rates line is identical and none of the difference between them comes from council. On these four costs they are identical.
The catchment state school scores 3.3 in Wilsonton against 1.2 in Wilsonton Heights, on ACARA's ICSEA percentile scaled to ten.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Wilsonton cumulative | Wilsonton Heights cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $6,997 | $6,997 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $21,627 | $21,627 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $37,148 | $37,148 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $80,213 | $80,213 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wilsonton or Wilsonton Heights cheaper to live in?
Wilsonton is cheaper to run by car at $6,997 per year versus $6,997 for Wilsonton Heights, a difference of $0 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,444 in Wilsonton (Toowoomba Regional Council) and $1,444 in Wilsonton Heights (Toowoomba Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,188 in Wilsonton and $2,188 in Wilsonton Heights. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,265 from Wilsonton and $1,265 from Wilsonton Heights to Toowoomba CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Wilsonton and $192 from Wilsonton Heights.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights?
At 3% annual cost growth, Wilsonton costs a cumulative $80,213 and Wilsonton Heights costs $80,213 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Wilsonton. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Wilsonton and Wilsonton Heights is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Toowoomba Regional Council and Toowoomba Regional Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.