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Property Investment in McKinlay, QLD
McKinlay Council Average R-Score 72 / 100 — top suburb in McKinlay scores 72/100
Market conditions here are running warmer than most
Most of the demand and supply indicators we track are sitting above the national midpoint this month.
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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.
Suburb and street selection inside McKinlay drives investment outcomes.
3-year population movement: +0.8%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 0% of stock. Tracked infrastructure pipeline: $4.8B. Key employment sectors: Mining (47%), Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing (19%), Construction (7%), Public Administration and Safety (5%).
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McKinlay (QLD) FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in McKinlay
Is McKinlay (QLD) a good council area for property investment in 2026?
As of Sept 2026, McKinlay (Queensland) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 72/100 across 5 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 72/100. Across McKinlay, the typical suburb median price is $150,000, median weekly rent is $300/wk, gross rental yield is 8.5%, and vacancy sits at 1.4%.
Which suburbs in McKinlay have the highest R-Score right now?
In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in McKinlay (QLD) are Julia Creek (72/100, median $150,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.
What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in McKinlay?
Across McKinlay (QLD), the median suburb property price is $150,000, median asking rent is $300/wk, and median gross yield is 8.5%, with homes averaging 360 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in McKinlay include Julia Creek (8.5%).
What are the demographics and size of the McKinlay council area?
McKinlay is a Local Government Area in Queensland with an ABS estimated resident population of 850, approximately 521 dwellings, covering 40,737 sq km.
What are the best streets in McKinlay (QLD)?
Every street across all 5 suburbs in McKinlay is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.