Biloela, QLD: suburb profile
The population of Biloela QLD is 5,692 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in Biloela is $889 per week ($46,228 per year). Median rent in Biloela is $260 per week ($1,127 per month). Biloela has a median age of 36 years, younger than the national median of 38. Biloela has a population density of 316 people per km².
The most common overseas birthplace in Biloela is China. The most common religion is No religion (29.7% of residents). After English, the most spoken language is Mandarin. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Biloela is $1,300.
There were 894 recorded offences in Biloela in 2025-26, a rate of 157 offences per 1,000 people. The most common offence category was theft (166 offences).
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing 2021; offences from Queensland Police Service (data.qld.gov.au), 2025-26.
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Biloela Population
5,692 residents at the 2021 Census.
Biloela Median Income & Rent
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing.
Biloela Demographics
Gender Split
Population Density
Households
Biloela Age Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Biloela Housing Tenure
Of the 1,976 occupied private dwellings in Biloela at the 2021 Census, 38.8% were rented, 25.0% owned outright and 32.6% owned with a mortgage.
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Most common overseas birthplaces
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G09 Country of Birth by SAL
Biloela Religion
Source: ABS Census 2021, G14 Religion by SAL
Biloela Education Level
Shares are of people whose highest year of school is Year 9 to 12 only. Source: ABS Census 2021, G16 Highest Year of School by SAL
Most common languages at home other than English
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G13 Language Used at Home by SAL
Biloela Employment
Source: ABS Census 2021, G46 Labour Force Status by SAL
Biloela Qualifications
Source: ABS Census 2021, G49 Non-School Qualification by SAL
Biloela Occupation
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Industry of Employment by Occupation
Biloela Field of Study
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Field of Study by SAL
Biloela Dwelling Types
Source: ABS Census 2021, G36 Dwelling Structure by SAL
Biloela Weekly Household Income
Source: ABS Census 2021, G33 Household Income by SAL
Biloela Marital Status
Source: ABS Census 2021, G05 Marital Status by SAL
Biloela Ancestry
Shares are of the suburb population. People can report up to two ancestries, so shares add to more than 100%. Source: ABS Census 2021, G08 Ancestry by SAL
Biloela School & University Attendance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G15 Type of Educational Institution by SAL
Biloela Need for Assistance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G18 Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL
Biloela Volunteering
Source: ABS Census 2021, G23 Voluntary Work by SAL
Biloela Monthly Mortgage Repayments
Source: ABS Census 2021, G38 Mortgage Repayment by SAL
Biloela How People Get to Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G62 Method of Travel to Work by SAL
Biloela Car Ownership
Source: ABS Census 2021, G34 Motor Vehicles per Dwelling by SAL
Biloela Number of Bedrooms
Source: ABS Census 2021, G41 Number of Bedrooms by SAL
Biloela Population Mobility
Source: ABS Census 2021, G43 Summary by SAL
Biloela Indigenous Population
Source: ABS Census 2021, G07 Indigenous Status by SAL
Biloela Long-term Health Conditions
Source: ABS Census 2021, G19 Long-term Health Conditions by SAL
Biloela Personal Weekly Income Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, G17 Personal Income by SAL
Biloela Family Structure
Source: ABS Census 2021, G29 Family Composition by SAL
Biloela Military Service
Source: ABS Census 2021, G22 ADF Service by SAL
Biloela Unpaid Carers
Source: ABS Census 2021, G25 Unpaid Assistance by SAL
Biloela Children Ever Born
Source: ABS Census 2021, G28 Children Ever Born by SAL
Biloela When Migrants Arrived
Source: ABS Census 2021, G10 Year of Arrival by SAL
Biloela Unpaid Domestic Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G24 Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL
Biloela Household Size
Source: ABS Census 2021, G35 Household Size by SAL
Biloela Where Residents Moved From
Source: ABS Census 2021, G44 Address 1 Year Ago by SAL
Biloela Family Blending
Source: ABS Census 2021, G31 Family Blending by SAL
Biloela Crime Statistics
894 reported offences in 2025-26, by category.
Total offences by year
Source: Queensland Police Service (data.qld.gov.au).
Biloela Schools
Source: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), 2025. ICSEA is the Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (national average 1000).
All schools near Biloela, with a mapBiloela Rent Prices & Affordability
14% of median household income goes on median rent
Marks at 25% and 35%. Band: affordable.
Rent is under 25% of household income, generally considered affordable.
Median rent in Biloela against your income
Cheaper alternatives with similar incomes
Biloela vs the typical QLD suburb
The median personal income in Biloela is $889 a week, 19% above the typical QLD suburb ($747). That ranks 358th of 1,527 QLD suburbs with 200 or more residents. Median rent is $260 a week, $60 less than the typical QLD suburb. Rent takes 13.8% of the median household income here, against 20.4% in the typical QLD suburb. The median resident is 36, 6 years younger than in the typical QLD suburb (42).
| Measure | Biloela | Typical QLD | Difference | Typical Australia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal income | $889/wk | $747/wk | +19% | $766/wk |
| Household income | $1,884/wk | $1,593/wk | +18% | $1,637/wk |
| Rent | $260/wk | $320/wk | −19% | $330/wk |
| Mortgage repayment | $1,300/mo | $1,625/mo | −20% | $1,733/mo |
| Median age | 36 | 42 | −6 yrs | 42 |
| Rent share of household income | 13.8% | 20.4% | −6.6 pts | 20.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Biloela
What is the population of Biloela QLD?
The population of Biloela QLD is 5,692 according to the ABS Census 2021. The suburb has a population density of 316 people per km². Biloela is ranked #1,384 out of 14,663 suburbs by population.
What is the median income in Biloela?
The median personal income in Biloela QLD is $889 per week, or $46,228 per year. The median household income is $1,884 per week. Family income is $2,242 per week. Biloela is ranked #2,257 by income out of 14,663 Australian suburbs.
How much is rent in Biloela?
Median rent in Biloela QLD is $260 per week ($1,127 per month). Rent represents 13.8% of household income, which is considered affordable. Biloela ranks #5,884 out of 14,663 suburbs by rent.
What are mortgage repayments in Biloela?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in Biloela QLD is $1,300. This data comes from the ABS Census 2021 and reflects mortgage repayments for owner-occupied dwellings.
What is the median age in Biloela?
The median age in Biloela QLD is 36 years. This is younger than the national median age of 38 years.
Is Biloela a good suburb to live in?
Biloela is a suburb in Queensland with a population of 5,692. The median income is $889/wk, which is above the typical QLD suburb ($747/wk). Rent affordability is rated as affordable (13.8% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.
Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 30252. All dollar figures in AUD.