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True annual cost of living in Beerwah, QLD 4519

Living in a house in Beerwah costs about $9,966 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Beerwah sits 68.4 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $9,666, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,800 body corporate levy. At 68.4km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $3,159 more per year than public transport users.

Last updated July 2026 · Sunshine Coast Council rates 2026-27, ATO 88c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights
Cheaper to run than 78% of Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, about 9% below the regional average.
The commute is the biggest expense at $3,351, roughly 34% of the annual total.
Bushfire risk is rated high here, which lifts home insurance. Full risk detail is in the free report.
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House annual cost
$9,966
Driving · per year
$831/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$9,666
Incl. body corporate
$806/month
House vs unit difference
−$300
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Sunshine Coast Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,771
Water & sewerage
Unitywater (Sunshine Coast/Noosa) 2026-27
$2,094
Driving commute
ATO 88c/km · 68.4km from CBD · 192 days
$3,351
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire High
$2,750
Total annual running cost
$9,966
($831/month)
↓ 9% below Sunshine Coast Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○ 5.8/10 Average
Cheaper to run than 78% of Sunshine Coast Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).
Estimated electricity cost typical 2-person household
House
$1,976/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,591/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Beerwah's climate zone at 2025 rates. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Beerwah to the CBD?
Public transport saves Beerwah residents $3,159 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $3,351 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Beerwah?
Beerwah falls under Sunshine Coast Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,771 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,771 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Beerwah?
Running a unit in Beerwah costs approximately $9,666 per year by car or $6,507 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,771, water and sewerage $2,094, estimated body corporate levy of $1,800, and contents insurance of $650. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

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Data sources: Council rates: Sunshine Coast Council 2026-27. Water: Unitywater (Sunshine Coast/Noosa) 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA ICSEA 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated 2026-07.
Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.