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True annual cost of living in Mount Mort, QLD 4340

Living in a house in Mount Mort costs about $9,860 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Mount Mort sits 67.6 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $9,110, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,600 body corporate levy. At 67.6km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $3,470 more per year than public transport users.

Last updated July 2026 · Ipswich City Council rates 2026-27, ATO 91c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Cheaper to run than 100% of Ipswich City Council suburbs, about 22% below the regional average.
The commute is the biggest expense at $3,662, roughly 37% 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
$9,860
Driving · per year
$822/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$9,110
Incl. body corporate
$759/month
House vs unit difference
−$750
Unit is cheaper per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates
Ipswich City Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,298
Water & sewerage
Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27
$1,900
Driving commute
ATO 91c/km · 67.6km from CBD · 192 days
$3,662
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire High
$3,000
Total annual running cost
$9,860
($822/month)
↓ 22% below Ipswich City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○ 6.9/10 Good
Cheaper to run than 100% of Ipswich City Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).

Estimated electricity cost

typical 2-person household
House
$2,135/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,776/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Mount Mort's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for its electricity network. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.

Getting around Mount Mort

within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
No scheduled service within a 2 km walk of the suburb centre.
Supermarkets
0
Cafes
0
Parks
0
Counted from OpenStreetMap via Overpass inside a 2 km walking radius of the suburb centre, built 2026-08-07. Distances are straight line from that centre, so a specific address can be closer or further. Mapping is contributed and can lag a new opening.

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Frequently asked questions about Mount Mort

Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Mount Mort to the CBD?

Public transport saves Mount Mort residents $3,470 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $3,662 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.

What are the council rates in Mount Mort?

Mount Mort falls under Ipswich City Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,298 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,298 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Mount Mort?

Running a unit in Mount Mort costs approximately $9,110 per year by car or $5,640 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,298, water and sewerage $1,900, estimated body corporate levy of $1,600, and contents insurance of $650. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

Is Mount Mort close to public transport?

No scheduled public transport stop was found within a 2 km walk of the centre of Mount Mort. The running cost on this page assumes driving, which is why the commute component is the largest line for most suburbs in this position.

What shops and parks are in Mount Mort?

Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Mount Mort there are 0 supermarkets, 0 cafes and 0 parks. These counts come from OpenStreetMap via Overpass, which is contributed mapping and can lag a recent opening or closure.

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Data sources: Council rates: Ipswich City Council 2026-27. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2026–27 (91c/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.