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True annual cost of living in Woorim, QLD 4507

Living in a house in Woorim costs about $13,948 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Woorim sits 48.2 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $13,240, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,000 body corporate levy. At 48.2km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $6,503 more per year than public transport users.

Last updated July 2026 · Moreton Bay Regional Council rates 2026-27, ATO 91c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Costs 12% more to run than the Moreton Bay Regional Council average, cheaper than only 7% of suburbs in the region.
The commute is the biggest expense at $6,695, roughly 48% 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
$13,948
Driving · per year
$1,162/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$13,240
Incl. body corporate
$1,103/month
House vs unit difference
−$708
Unit is cheaper per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates
Moreton Bay Regional Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,309
Water & sewerage
Unitywater (Moreton Bay) 2026-27
$2,144
Driving commute
ATO 91c/km · 48.2km from CBD · 192 days
$6,695
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Medium · fire High
$3,800
Total annual running cost
$13,948
($1,162/month)
↑ 12% above Moreton Bay Regional Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●○○○○ 2.1/10 Poor
Cheaper to run than 7% of Moreton Bay Regional 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 Woorim'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 Woorim

within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
Bribie Island park 'n' ride, 2,135 m away, about a 27 minute walk. It is a bus stop.
Nearest hospital
Bribie Island Satellite Health Centre, 2,786 m away, about a 35 minute walk.
Supermarkets
0
Cafes
0
Parks
6
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 Woorim

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

Public transport saves Woorim residents $6,503 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,695 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.

What are the council rates in Woorim?

Woorim falls under Moreton Bay Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,309 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,651 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Woorim?

Running a unit in Woorim costs approximately $13,240 per year by car or $6,737 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,651, water and sewerage $2,144, estimated body corporate levy of $2,000, and contents insurance of $750. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

Is Woorim close to public transport?

The nearest scheduled service to the centre of Woorim is Bribie Island park 'n' ride, a bus stop about 2,135 m away, about a 27 minute walk. That is measured from the suburb centre, so an individual address can be nearer or further. The commute figure used in the running cost on this page assumes driving, not this service.

What is the closest hospital to Woorim?

The closest hospital to the centre of Woorim is Bribie Island Satellite Health Centre, about 2,786 m away, about a 35 minute walk. Distance is straight line from the suburb centre and does not account for the road route or whether the hospital has an emergency department.

What shops and parks are in Woorim?

Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Woorim there are 0 supermarkets, 0 cafes and 6 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: Moreton Bay Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Unitywater (Moreton Bay) 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.