Mingela sits 59.1 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $12,413, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $10,393, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,500 body corporate levy. At 59.1km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $4,801 more per year than public transport users.
Annual cost — house
$12,413
Driving · per year
$1,034/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$10,393
Incl. body corporate
$866/month
House vs unit difference
−$2,020
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Townsville City Council 2025-26
$1,253
Water & sewerage
Townsville City Council Water & Sewerage 2025-26
$1,967
Commute — driving
ATO 88c/km · 59.1km from CBD · 192 days
$4,993
Home insurance
Estimated — flood Low, fire Low
$4,200
Body corporate
Estimated
$1,500
Total annual running cost
$12,413
($1,034/month)
↑ 28% above Townsville City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○4.5/10
Compare Mingela with another suburb
Nearby: No nearby suburbs with data found
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Mingela to the CBD?
Public transport saves Mingela residents $4,801 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $4,993 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Mingela?
Mingela falls under Townsville City Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,253 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,253 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Mingela?
Running a unit in Mingela costs approximately $10,393 per year by car or $5,592 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,253, water and sewerage $1,967, estimated body corporate levy of $1,500, and contents insurance of $680. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings — always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Townsville City Council 2025-26. Water: Townsville City Council Water & Sewerage 2025-26. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA NAPLAN 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated July 2025. Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.