Demographics

Queanbeyan is approximately 2.8 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Queanbeyan was 6237. The population is 49% male and 51% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Queanbeyan are $1800 to $2399. The most common weekly income bracket is $1000 to $1249 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $350 to $449.

Description

Queanbeyan is a regional centre on the Southern Tablelands in south-eastern New South Wales adjacent to the Australian Capital Territory. The city's mixed economy is based on light construction, manufacturing, service, retail and agriculture. It is the council seat of the City of Queanbeyan. At the 2011 census census, Queanbeyan had a population of 37,991. Following the founding of Canberra, Australia's federal capital, just 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) to the west, Queanbeyan has become an integral part of the capital city's economy. Queanbeyan is a regional centre providing the opportunity for people to work in Canberra and live in New South Wales. The city centre has a selection of retail outlets including discount department stores, supermarkets, banks, and a small number independent retailers. There are fast food stores such as McDonald's and Red Rooster in the city. Queanbeyan has two government high schools: Queanbeyan High and Karabar High. Queanbeyan primary schools include Queanbeyan South Public School, Queanbeyan West Public School, Queanbeyan East Public School, Queanbeyan Public School, Jerrabomberra Public School and St Gregory's Primary School.