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True annual cost of living in Yimbun, QLD 4313

Living in a house in Yimbun costs about $12,088 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Yimbun sits 24.2 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $10,908, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,300 body corporate levy. At 24.2km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $5,512. The gap widens as commute costs rise.

Last updated July 2026 · Somerset Regional Council rates 2026-27, ATO 88c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights
Running costs sit near the Somerset Regional Council average, cheaper than 32% of suburbs in the region.
The commute is the biggest expense at $5,704, roughly 47% 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
$12,088
Driving · per year
$1,007/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$10,908
Incl. body corporate
$909/month
House vs unit difference
−$1,180
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Somerset Regional Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,284
Water & sewerage
Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27
$1,900
Driving commute
ATO 88c/km · 24.2km from CBD · 192 days
$5,704
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Low · fire High
$3,200
Total annual running cost
$12,088
($1,007/month)
Near Somerset Regional Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○ 3.5/10 Poor
Cheaper to run than 32% of Somerset Regional Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).
Estimated electricity cost typical 2-person household
House
$1,976/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,591/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Yimbun'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 Yimbun to the CBD?
Public transport saves Yimbun residents $5,512 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $5,704 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Yimbun?
Yimbun falls under Somerset Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,284 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,284 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Yimbun?
Running a unit in Yimbun costs approximately $10,908 per year by car or $5,396 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,284, water and sewerage $1,900, estimated body corporate levy of $1,300, 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: Somerset Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 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.