Mackay Harbour, QLD 4442
Room to breathe, on Queensland's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $510/wk Median
- 38.9% Renters
Mackay Harbour Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 615
- Median age
- 50
- Median weekly rent
- $510
- To the CBD
- 805km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Mackay Harbour Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Mackay Harbour is a regular choice in regional Queensland. It's a small and quiet community of 615 people, 38.9% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $510.
Around Mackay Harbour
Mackay Harbour Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Mackay Harbour Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Mackay Harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Mackay Harbour
Real questions renters ask before moving to Mackay Harbour.
What's the community like in Mackay Harbour?
Mackay Harbour has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 615, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
Is Mackay Harbour a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Mackay Harbour has a 38.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Mackay Harbour walkable?
Mackay Harbour carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How far is Mackay Harbour from Queensland's capital?
Mackay Harbour is approximately 805km from Queensland's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 815-830 minutes.
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