True annual cost of living in Upper Barron, QLD 4883
Living in a house in Upper Barron costs about $15,195 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Upper Barron sits 58.8 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $10,315, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,400 body corporate levy. At 58.8km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $5,073 more per year than public transport users.
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Upper Barron'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 Upper Barron to the CBD?
Public transport saves Upper Barron residents $5,073 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $5,265 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Upper Barron?
Upper Barron falls under Cairns Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,165 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,165 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Upper Barron?
Running a unit in Upper Barron costs approximately $10,315 per year by car or $5,242 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,165, water and sewerage $1,765, estimated body corporate levy of $1,400, and contents insurance of $720. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Cairns Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Cairns Regional Council Water & Sewerage 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.