True annual cost of living in Reid River, QLD 4816
Living in a house in Reid River costs about $13,661 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Reid River sits 54.9 kilometres from Townsville CBD. Unit costs come in at $11,711, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,600 body corporate levy. At 54.9km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $5,827 more per year than public transport users.
ATO 91c/km · 54.9km from Townsville CBD · 192 days
$6,019
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire Low
$4,200
Body corporate
Estimated
$1,600
Total annual running cost
$13,661
($1,138/month)
Near Townsville City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○5.5/10 Average
Cheaper to run than 31% of Townsville City Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).
Estimated electricity cost
typical 2-person household
House
$2,373/yr
5,933 kWh
Unit
$1,945/yr
4,450 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Reid River'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 Reid River
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 Reid River
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Reid River to Townsville CBD?
Public transport saves Reid River residents $5,827 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,019 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Reid River?
Reid River falls under Townsville City Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,343 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,343 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Reid River?
Running a unit in Reid River costs approximately $11,711 per year by car or $5,884 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,343, water and sewerage $2,099, 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 Reid River close to public transport?
No scheduled public transport stop was found within a 2 km walk of the centre of Reid River. 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 Reid River?
Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Reid River 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: Townsville City Council 2026-27. Water: Townsville City Council Water & Sewerage 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.